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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 02:08 PM
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Idling problem

I can't figure out why my 88 2nd gen RX7, non-turbo, is not idling properly. We removed the emissions and now it runs really bad at 3000 and lower, idles at 2000 and dies. The exhaust is really, really hot. Thanks for all your help.
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 02:17 PM
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Is it very uneven and bouncing when it does idle? If so, it sounds like you have a vac leak you could suck a cat through. Search around for methods of finding vac leaks. After that I'd check the TPS adjustment and idle speed screw on top of the TB.
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 02:24 PM
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I also have a broken injector on the primary fuel rail.
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 03:17 PM
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well there is your problem....injectors cause BIG vac leaks...replace it...and replace the o-rings and grommets too.
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 06:08 PM
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no the part that is in the intake that thing that go's around that needle
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Old Feb 26, 2006 | 07:14 PM
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does someone know y my exhaust is so hot
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Old Feb 27, 2006 | 03:46 PM
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RX7 exhausts are seriously hot anyway, but if you're running too lean (like you would with a vacuum leak) it will be worse. When verifying vacuum leaks, make sure you check the UIM and LIM gaskets. If they are worn out or brittle and torn they will cause major vacuum leaks that will definately screw up idle.
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