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Sep 28, 2006 | 12:28 PM

#26

stevej88na

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Note that removing the ACV pretty much means removing the air pump and catalytic converter, so a new exhaust is in order.

Sep 28, 2006 | 12:41 PM

#27

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mrt0mjones

when i start up the car i hear an odd beeping noise as if i'm backing up or something in a big truck? is this common with some of your cars (maybe this is an aftermarket alarm or something?)

So does the beeping go away? If not, check this out... pulled it from the FAQ:

"I keep hearing a beep beep beep

Probably the power steering computer telling you there is a problem with the system. The number of beeps before pausing will indicate the problem.
1-beep, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of speed sensor signal:
In case broken wires or short circuits occur to sensors or harnesses, the buzzer sounds 60-seconds after the engine speed signal of 2200 rpm continues for 18-seconds.
2-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of engine speed signal:
The buzzer sounds twice and repeats when the vehicle speed signal is missing input and/or no engine speed signal is found (short circuit, broken wire, etc.)
3-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of stepping motor signal:
The buzzer sounds when there are broken wires or short circuits in coils or harnesses.
4-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of the power steering microcomputer:
The buzzer sounds 4 and repeats when there are circuit troubles other than with the micro computer.
5-beeps, pause, repeat - in case abnormality of steering sensor signal: Steering sensor is mis-aligned or failed or steering wheel has been improperly installed."

Sep 28, 2006 | 11:27 PM

#28

mrt0mjones

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From: Georgia

Well, this was short lived, i dont have time to rebuild this motor to get what i want out of it (yes this sucks) my compression reads 60 in the front top, (which i hear is bad?? correct me if i'm wrong)

if i cant get this carbon cleaned out, i'll be selling her and buying a shell and doing a 3 rotor (do to access to parts)

you have all been a great help, just so much going on.. lets pray i can get this compression to read right and its still just massive amounts of carbon in this system..

i like this car dammit...

Oct 1, 2006 | 08:18 AM

#29

anewconvert

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For what you paid for this car, why not use IT for the 3 rotor? (you are going to be spending a fortune on the motor, might as well stick witht he car)

Did you use a rotory specific gauge to read the compression? 60 isnt good.

Oct 1, 2006 | 10:33 AM

#30

KhanArtisT

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mrt0mjones

So for quite some time i've been working on the standard piston engine setups, getting tired of it.

something had always struck me as kickarse with these neat little cars so i wanted one, and after the 5th rebuild on my TT3kgt i finally found a GXL for 300 bucks that "wouldnt start"

brought her home, and cleared out the carbon, and away she went!

So, i plan on this being the fun little practice drift car.

What cool power adders (bolt on not turbo) can i add to this thing.

whats the best (stiffest) reasonably priced suspensions for this.

What supporting mods should i throw at the motor?

anything in this engine i dont need/want??? (weight reduction guys go crazy)

I appreciate all input, and its great to be in the community!

1988 GXL 5spd (red of course)