Re: RE: Correct Idle rate?

From: Hugh Catlett (hcatlett@cfl.rr.com)
Date: Sat Dec 16 2000 - 15:29:46 EST


Hi Bernd,
I will check out the ignition system parts in the morning. What is your
definition of cleaning out the TB? Isn't that by using carb cleaner? What
other info do I need?
Hugh
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Saturday, December 16, 2000 9:03 AM
Subject: DML: RE: Correct Idle rate?

>
> Hugh,
>
> The idle is non-adjustable...it's controlled by the IAC Solenoid located
in
> the rear of the throttle body. What you can do, if it was never done...is
> clean out the throttle body (not just by washing the bores with Carb
Cleaner
> either), and checking your plugs , wires, and cap & rotor (make sure
> everything is in good condition).
>
> - Bernd
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Correct Idle rate?
>
> I have a 98 DAK, 318, auto, CC with K&N filter, Dual 2/12 inch cat-back
> exhaust, 180 tstat, 3923 plugs and a JET2 performance chip.
>
> I'm idling at about 600 RPM and the engine is rough, like it has an
> occasional miss. Acceleration is OK, and at slightly higher RPM , it
seems
> to smooth out.
>
> Should I raise my idle rate or is the engine just fooling me at 900 RPM?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Hugh
>
>



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