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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:14 AM
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how to tell if i'm running lean??

93 rx-7 with cb,mp,dp,ic,bov 12psi. still running stock ecu. this car has had the same set up for over a year. how can i tell if i'm running lean? what tests can be run?

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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:34 AM
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Re: how to tell if i'm running lean??

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93 rx-7 with cb,mp,dp,ic,bov 12psi. still running stock ecu. this car has had the same set up for over a year. how can i tell if i'm running lean? what tests can be run?

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Well, the only sure fire way is to put it on a dyno with a wideband.
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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 11:46 AM
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If you don't have access to a wideband (either dyno or mobile), you can get an idea by looking @ your plugs.

Black - rich
Brown - good
White - lean

Of course this isn't going to tell you that you are lean @ transition when your boost spikes to 14psi right before your motor pops...

My suggestion, spend $1000, get a PFC. It's cheaper than a new motor and will gain you some additional (safe) hp!

K
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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 12:29 PM
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Yep, you can check your plugs or go to a dyno with a wideband. It shouldn't cost more than $50-75 for three runs with the wideband.
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Old Dec 3, 2002 | 01:59 PM
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by your mods...I'd follow suit and get a computer! I wouldn't recomend running that setup for another year...
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