Replacement TB has already been sent. Possibly a bearing issue-- it happens. Just send back the old one! :)
Sam
>
> From: "Dave Downing" <ded74@yahoo.com>
> Date: 2003/05/14 Wed AM 11:06:57 EDT
> To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
> Subject: DML: Re: sticking throttle
>
>
> 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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