Re: Pinging ?!?

From: B1LLYW@aol.com
Date: Tue Sep 03 2002 - 20:08:48 EDT


In a message dated 9/3/02 8:06:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time, got-speed@cox.net
writes:

<< Can someone tell me what pinging sounds like ??
 
 We just installed a hypertech in a buddys QC 5.9
 It was made for a 5.9 (I'm not sure if it was R/T specific tho, just said
 5.9 Dodge)
 And under full throttle it sounds like someone is popping popcorn under the
 hood or BB's rattling in a jar. Is this detonation ? FWIW - The truck does
 have alot better midrange.
>>

Yes Virginia, that's pinging. 1) run 93 octane or 94 if you can get it 2)
Hypertech probably recommends a lower temp thermostat 180' most likely,
possibly 160' 3) install a set of Autolite 3923 plugs 4) throw in a bottle of
water wetter for good measure

Bill White - http://www.moparforme.com

'02 Dakota QC 4x4, SLT +, 4.7, 5 spd, 3.92's, a few toys
'80 Ram D150, 4x2, 400, 727, 3.55 9.25 Sure Grip



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