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03-07-13, 07:22 PM
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i dont kno to much bout the 1st gen im a fc and fd owner. but try runnin a new power and grounding wire make sure its the same guage or bigger then the stock and run an inline fuse with it. u may have an issue with the initial wiring causing the fuses to short out. i kno alot of us fd and fc owners re do the wiring to the fuel pump. but im not to sure bout the fb. but check that and see what happens
03-07-13, 08:53 PM
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Excellent! I will have to try that first thing in the morning!
Would a bad relay cause the fuse to blow repeatedly?
Would a bad relay cause the fuse to blow repeatedly?
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03-09-13, 08:42 PM
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Tried all that stuff and none of it worked. I ended up rewiring the fuel pump to run off the same toggle switch as my electric radiator fan, this way it's impossible for me to accidentally not turn my fan on. Managed to get the car to start and idle around 1200 rpm, but as soon as I gave it gas it died. Popped the good and the carb was leaking every where, and I am still getting lots of raw fuel out the exhaust.
Pulled the carb and it is currently sitting in my garage awaiting a second rebuild.
I've got another project. 've pulled the ignition tumbler, and it is currently dangling by the pedals. I intended to unhook the ignition at te plugs so I can always just plug it in incase my push button dies, and get myself home. I'm trying to use a three way toggle and a push button to eliminate a key all together, but still be able to plug it in later on down the road. Now to figure that out.
Pulled the carb and it is currently sitting in my garage awaiting a second rebuild.
I've got another project. 've pulled the ignition tumbler, and it is currently dangling by the pedals. I intended to unhook the ignition at te plugs so I can always just plug it in incase my push button dies, and get myself home. I'm trying to use a three way toggle and a push button to eliminate a key all together, but still be able to plug it in later on down the road. Now to figure that out.
03-10-13, 12:32 PM
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u need to get a pressure guage and place it on the feed line as it enters the carb that will let u kno what pressure u are puttin out. u may need a fuel pressure regulator aswell to try to tone it down if its to high. i hope u get it sorted out wanna see this thing on the road.
03-10-13, 01:28 PM
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From what I've read, a stock pump won't put out too much pressure for a big Holley. I realy want to drive it and see what kind of power it's putting down, but it's hard to find time between working 12 hour shifts, and having two kids.
Have you removed this clip to make the idle adjustment?
03-10-13, 09:05 PM
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It's the spring clip that covers the "idle adjustment" screw which you actually adjust with a wrench. It should be adjusted when the motor is warm and idling (sorry). Mine needed adjusting after a major adjustment to the gas pedal. Kind of a variable splice in the throttle cable.
You could just make an adjustment in 1 direction. try. if it improves continue to adjust in that direction. Wing it, poke around... It has a very fine thread and takes several rotations to make a discernible difference. You're supposed to be using a meter of some sort and fine tuning your emission response.
I have a Cali car and cannot adjust my fuel intake (without a super special tool)... only air. So I sought out every other adjustment. Did you know you have an altitude adjustment (valve? solenoid? thingy?) If that is malfunctioning, you could be amuk. There is a simple test for it's functionality. I read it, tried it, moved on and would have to look it up again if you care.
I'm getting my info from the Hayne's Repair Manual. Did you know that the rotary engine prefers regular gas over higher octane?
You could just make an adjustment in 1 direction. try. if it improves continue to adjust in that direction. Wing it, poke around... It has a very fine thread and takes several rotations to make a discernible difference. You're supposed to be using a meter of some sort and fine tuning your emission response.
I have a Cali car and cannot adjust my fuel intake (without a super special tool)... only air. So I sought out every other adjustment. Did you know you have an altitude adjustment (valve? solenoid? thingy?) If that is malfunctioning, you could be amuk. There is a simple test for it's functionality. I read it, tried it, moved on and would have to look it up again if you care.
I'm getting my info from the Hayne's Repair Manual. Did you know that the rotary engine prefers regular gas over higher octane?
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03-10-13, 10:55 PM
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It's the spring clip that covers the "idle adjustment" screw which you actually adjust with a wrench. It should be adjusted when the motor is warm and idling (sorry). Mine needed adjusting after a major adjustment to the gas pedal. Kind of a variable splice in the throttle cable.
You could just make an adjustment in 1 direction. try. if it improves continue to adjust in that direction. Wing it, poke around... It has a very fine thread and takes several rotations to make a discernible difference. You're supposed to be using a meter of some sort and fine tuning your emission response.
I have a Cali car and cannot adjust my fuel intake (without a super special tool)... only air. So I sought out every other adjustment. Did you know you have an altitude adjustment (valve? solenoid? thingy?) If that is malfunctioning, you could be amuk. There is a simple test for it's functionality. I read it, tried it, moved on and would have to look it up again if you care.
I'm getting my info from the Hayne's Repair Manual. Did you know that the rotary engine prefers regular gas over higher octane?
You could just make an adjustment in 1 direction. try. if it improves continue to adjust in that direction. Wing it, poke around... It has a very fine thread and takes several rotations to make a discernible difference. You're supposed to be using a meter of some sort and fine tuning your emission response.
I have a Cali car and cannot adjust my fuel intake (without a super special tool)... only air. So I sought out every other adjustment. Did you know you have an altitude adjustment (valve? solenoid? thingy?) If that is malfunctioning, you could be amuk. There is a simple test for it's functionality. I read it, tried it, moved on and would have to look it up again if you care.
I'm getting my info from the Hayne's Repair Manual. Did you know that the rotary engine prefers regular gas over higher octane?
03-11-13, 09:29 AM
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03-13-13, 10:06 PM
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If it's a stock engine and you're running that massive carb, that could be your problem for sure. Too much fuel. But at the same time you may not have to find a stock one, maybe try throwing some smaller jets in it? All you need to do is restrict the fuel flow.
03-13-13, 10:21 PM
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The thing is, I have no clue what jets are in there. They aren't stamped.
04-01-13, 12:15 PM
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Hows it going im joel i own an s4 looking for fc parts here in albq anybody have fenders for an fc left mirror? how bout left tailight and also most importantly a headlight switch and harness for it?
04-02-13, 10:34 AM
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Also anybodyvever c my rx with the prevuous owner its ann 88 s4 bluish with a rotor sticker on the left fender it as some body damage on right rear panel had black konigs wen i got it it had a zia symbol on the left .bottom part of the windshield? just wondering
04-02-13, 06:21 PM
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haven't seen anything on the westside