Re: sticking throttle

From: Dave Downing (ded74@yahoo.com)
Date: Wed May 14 2003 - 11:06:57 EDT


Maybe a lil teflon spray on the shafts, I've heard that helps with most of
the sticking problems. Try getting a hold of Sam P, he can help you out
too, either srp@cox.net or 619-274-1292.

HTH

-Dave
'02 FR RC R/T

""Chuck Robbins"" <intense99dak@cox.net> wrote in message
news:b9tju0$jen$1@bent.twistedbits.net...
>
> Hi All,
>
> It's been a while since I've been on as life has been very busy for my
wife
> and I as of late. Things are good though.
>
> The reason I'm writing is that my throttle body has been sticking under
> light acceleration lately. I took it off, cleaned it up (being sure not to
> press on / twist the IAS sensor) and reinstalled it. The sticking actually
> got worse. I finally resorted to tightening up the throttle spring as a
temp
> fix.
>
> My TB is a Flowmetrics billet with (very) roughly 6K miles. The stock
> sensors have around 26K miles on them. I have checked to make sure that
> nothing is interfering with the linkage and made sure that there is no
> rubbing on the fuel rail (as mentioned in the installation instructions).
> All the vacuum lines are attached and in good condition. I used a new TB
> gasket when reinstalling. I'm running an open air filter and clearance is
> good.
>
> Now, here's the kicker ... The throttle only sticks with the truck
running.
> When the truck is off the TB linkage feels very smooth, but when it's
> running the throttle gets stuck in any light acceleration condition and
the
> only way to "clear it" is to quickly "blip" the throttle. Good thing my
> truck is a standard :)
>
> Any insight would be GREATLY appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
> Chuck
>
>



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