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ECU issues when going carb'ed?

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Old May 8, 2002 | 06:14 PM
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ECU issues when going carb'ed?

What exactly do you guys do with the unused connections when you do a carb setup on an n/a 13B? I am considering this for my project car. I am dreading hooking everything back up to the used motor I am getting. It looks like a pain in the ****.
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Old May 9, 2002 | 10:09 AM
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2 ECUs in the car. One controlls the accessories the other controles the engine. Just remove it.
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Old May 9, 2002 | 10:13 AM
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If you're going to keep the stock ECU for ignition control, you'll just need to "tie back" all the fuel control wires.&nbsp I've heard that power transitors don't like to be left "floating", so it's recommended to run "dummy loads" on the fuel injectors leads just to keep the power transitors happy.&nbsp I'm sure someone with better EE knowledge might be able to confirm or refute the dummy load recommendation...



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Old May 9, 2002 | 10:23 AM
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why not just run a couple of msd or crane boxes right off of the batt. is this a street or race car or both? if it's going to be on the street at all i suggest going with what ted recomends but if it's just race only car gut all that electrical stuff out.

edit: so i don't get flamed you will need to use coils as well for you spark plug wires
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