Decision Time: Fix the FC or buy a FD
03-12-04, 07:31 AM
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Decision Time: Fix the FC or buy a FD
What's up guys
I am having a dilemma. I have a 90 N/A GXL that I have had for over 5 years and have put much work into. Recently, the 'check engine' light has been going off and I have noticed a slight loss in power.
I'm guessing that my compression is lacking and that I am going to have to fork out like $2000 to get it fixed at my local rotary shop. But again, this estimate is based off an assumption. It could be somehting much worse.
My options are :
- fix the problems and remain with my car for however long it will last
OR
- sell it and buy a 3rd Gen from somewhere.
I was wondering if anyone had any input or suggesitons on my engine problem or any personal opinions on what to do in this tricky situation. I love my car and I am finding it hard to let go of it
I am having a dilemma. I have a 90 N/A GXL that I have had for over 5 years and have put much work into. Recently, the 'check engine' light has been going off and I have noticed a slight loss in power.
I'm guessing that my compression is lacking and that I am going to have to fork out like $2000 to get it fixed at my local rotary shop. But again, this estimate is based off an assumption. It could be somehting much worse.
My options are :
- fix the problems and remain with my car for however long it will last
OR
- sell it and buy a 3rd Gen from somewhere.
I was wondering if anyone had any input or suggesitons on my engine problem or any personal opinions on what to do in this tricky situation. I love my car and I am finding it hard to let go of it
03-12-04, 07:41 AM
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The CEL could be seen as a result of a faulty sensor. That same faulty sensor could be affecting the driveability of the car.
With this car atleast you know what is good/bad. Buying a "new" used car is going to wipe that slate clean.
With this car atleast you know what is good/bad. Buying a "new" used car is going to wipe that slate clean.
03-12-04, 08:06 AM
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Thanks for the advice Zachspazz.......that could be very true. I hope it is something really simple.
Josepi:
ya know what, my engine temperature sensor has recently stopped working.........could that be the culprit of my engine problem
Josepi:
ya know what, my engine temperature sensor has recently stopped working.........could that be the culprit of my engine problem
03-12-04, 08:10 AM
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Originally posted by zabo21
Thanks for the advice Zachspazz.......that could be very true. I hope it is something really simple.
Josepi:
ya know what, my engine temperature sensor has recently stopped working.........could that be the culprit of my engine problem
Thanks for the advice Zachspazz.......that could be very true. I hope it is something really simple.
Josepi:
ya know what, my engine temperature sensor has recently stopped working.........could that be the culprit of my engine problem
If memory still serves me...
03-12-04, 08:24 AM
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Originally posted by Josepi
WHOA. Yea, that's going to cause the ECU to think that everything is cold resulting in a rich condition...
If memory still serves me...
WHOA. Yea, that's going to cause the ECU to think that everything is cold resulting in a rich condition...
If memory still serves me...
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03-12-04, 08:27 AM
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Originally posted by kiyoshi
I simply guess FD will cost you more. But if you are tired of fixing your 2nd Gen and money is not your concern, I'd say go for a FD.
I simply guess FD will cost you more. But if you are tired of fixing your 2nd Gen and money is not your concern, I'd say go for a FD.
yeah the FD would cost more, true. But I can't wait to get my hands on a Twin-Turbo...... all these years of N/A has got me begging for more
thanks man
03-12-04, 08:40 AM
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Originally posted by Josepi
WHOA. Yea, that's going to cause the ECU to think that everything is cold resulting in a rich condition...
If memory still serves me...
WHOA. Yea, that's going to cause the ECU to think that everything is cold resulting in a rich condition...
If memory still serves me...
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