2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992) 1986-1992 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections.

i own a first gen but helping a guy with a second gen

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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:21 PM
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i own a first gen but helping a guy with a second gen

hehe ok.....to make a long story short i chased a secong gen down on my speedy golf cart (im a technician for apartments) and we got to talking....now....he said he needed to have a tune up but doesnt trust the mechanics around here to work on his car....can somebody give me the downlow on how to tune up a second gen?
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:24 PM
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Replace Spark Plugs, Distributor Caps, Rotor, Spark Plug Wires, Massaging Oil, ****.........haha just kidding.
Just take the first 4 things I said.
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:27 PM
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thats it? what abou tthe belts and ****? and are the spark plugs on the sec gen the same place on the first gen? (right on the left panel of the engine)
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:31 PM
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On drivers side. Ngk Bur7eq's for leading Bur9eq's for trailing. Don't forget the anti-seize goo.
I'm sure you know that, I just like using the word GOO
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:32 PM
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oh yeah you could do that too. replace the belts, fool around with the idle screw, top off all fluids and replace the fuel filter, air etc etc.
I think the 1st gen and 2nd gen are the same in terms of spark plug location. Its on the driver side.

If you invest into a Haynes Manual, it will tell you all the tune up procedures and how to do them in a breeze. Have fun.

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thats it? what abou tthe belts and ****? and are the spark plugs on the sec gen the same place on the first gen? (right on the left panel of the engine)
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:40 PM
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thanks you guys
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 08:44 PM
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where's that timing belt? Hey there's no distributor. What's this box with chips & wires coming out of it?

One of the good things about computer control vs mechanical.
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 10:04 PM
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Ya, what distributor cap?
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 11:13 PM
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Old Feb 5, 2002 | 11:15 PM
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Man I'm such an idiot.
No timing belt. haha
just belts in general
sorry........

Originally posted by CosmicButtHairs
Really??
No distributor cap??
Okie Dokie
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Old Feb 6, 2002 | 12:20 AM
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Do the ATF flush too!
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Old Feb 6, 2002 | 12:30 AM
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you can still adjust the timing by turning the CAS. you should bridge the initial set jumper though
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Old Feb 6, 2002 | 07:18 AM
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Keep it simple,

Plugs
Wires
Belts
Filters (Air/Fuel)
Oil change/filter

Then if he wants more (and will pay you )

Flush rad
New top and bottom rad hoses
Replace worn coolant hoses

If he's impressed (and still has $$)

Check vacuum system with hand pump+gauge
Replace vacuum hoses
Check for operation of solenoids/valves
Replace shifter bushings if shifter is sloppy

I could go on and on....

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Old Feb 6, 2002 | 08:58 PM
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dam I wish I had girls chasing me around on golf cars

wana come up here and give me a tune up

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Old Feb 6, 2002 | 10:18 PM
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yeah ill give your car a tune up but if you were implying towards you......well........
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