Boost issue

Mar 31, 2008, 3:12 am

#26

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I'm starting to get the idea why the previous owner sold the car.

1983 Datsun 280ZXTurbo

Mar 31, 2008, 8:56 pm

#27

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cszink wrote

They work in the building with me. They only sold it because the 2nd gear went. They said that stuff worked when they traded it in. I asked the dealer to do it, but they said they couldn't. I wish I had a freakin' garage. I would just start taking shit apart.

My garage is open for you buddy.

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Apr 1, 2008, 7:12 am

#28

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cszink wrote

I'm beginning to think it is a boost control selenoid or a wastegate issue. It does it randomly now. This morning I was in 3rd merging on to the highway, I held it around 4k then gunned it, it lost 4 psi then went full boost. That is the only thing I can think of at this moment. I'm going to make a couple post on a couple different impreza forums and see what they have to say.

the post whore is gonna get reeeeeeeeeeemed

do a search first

the Sledgehammer

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2004 Porsche Carrera GT -Terrorizing society since Oct 16 '09 - DEAD
2001 Acura NSX -SOLD-

Apr 1, 2008, 2:59 pm

#29

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Well, Even with the boost leak, your car boosts up better than the RDX SH Turbo I've got for a Loaner from Acura right now.

The only thing I like about it is the backup camera...

Hopefully have the Super Hamster back tomarrow.

Those that are lucky their whole lives usually die young...

Apr 1, 2008, 5:40 pm

#30

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After the hour plus haul back home from Greenwood, I can say I've had about all I need of the RDX.

I would rather have the TL again. The last one I took out, I really enjoyed. It's too bad Kristina thinks they are too big.

Those that are lucky their whole lives usually die young...

Apr 2, 2008, 4:02 am

#31

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cszink wrote

I'm beginning to think it is a boost control selenoid or a wastegate issue. It does it randomly now. This morning I was in 3rd merging on to the highway, I held it around 4k then gunned it, it lost 4 psi then went full boost. That is the only thing I can think of at this moment. I'm going to make a couple post on a couple different impreza forums and see what they have to say.

yea...possibly weak wastegate or computer controlled boost set-up

Good luck

1983 Datsun 280ZXTurbo

Apr 2, 2008, 4:30 am

#32

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Casey...another 2002 WRX owner had wastergate issues. After changing it out, the problem went away. said the comuter should not taper off on boost.

Let us know what your research shows and how you solve teh problem.

1983 Datsun 280ZXTurbo

Apr 2, 2008, 4:41 am

#33

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Raza76 wrote

After the hour plus haul back home from Greenwood, I can say I've had about all I need of the RDX.

I would rather have the TL again. The last one I took out, I really enjoyed. It's too bad Kristina thinks they are too big.

TL too big???
maybe she needs to drive my truck for a few mins
or some 1970s boat of a car

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2004 Porsche Carrera GT -Terrorizing society since Oct 16 '09 - DEAD
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Apr 14, 2008, 6:01 am

#34

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cszink wrote

It seems to be the cold that screws with it...I wonder if its leaning out or something...
It ran strong the past two weeks, but this morning it was all over teh place.

you just need to snuggle up to her and sweet talk her and that'll warm her up in no time

the Sledgehammer

2001 Lamborghini Diablo 6.0 - Baby Huey!!! <3
2004 Porsche Carrera GT -Terrorizing society since Oct 16 '09 - DEAD
2001 Acura NSX -SOLD-

Apr 14, 2008, 6:07 am

#35

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cszink wrote

Speaking of which...prepare for a phone call...

did you just call me
last 4 number 2000?

the Sledgehammer

2001 Lamborghini Diablo 6.0 - Baby Huey!!! <3
2004 Porsche Carrera GT -Terrorizing society since Oct 16 '09 - DEAD
2001 Acura NSX -SOLD-