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David White (Dwhite)
New member
Username: Dwhite
Post Number: 7
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 10, 2002 - 9:25 am: | |
My 2-Cents. It could also be the ignition wires. When they start to go they lose their ability to carry the voltage necessary to fire the plugs cleanly. |
Edward Gault (Irfgt)
Intermediate Member
Username: Irfgt
Post Number: 1554
Registered: 2-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 9:36 pm: | |
With the blower on high speed you are placing the maximum load on the Compressor as well as the alternator and if the engine is not running at peak performance stalling can occur. I would first check the A/C pressures to make sure everything is normal and that the condenser fans are operating normally. I would then check the fuel mixture to make sure the engine is doing it's part. You may need to verify the tachometer in the car to see if the engine is really idling fast enough. |
bruce wellington (Bws88tr)
Member
Username: Bws88tr
Post Number: 498
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 9:22 pm: | |
jm, your rpm @ 1000 sounds right, maybe your a/c unit or compressor, check it out, my 2 cents |
TomD (Tifosi)
Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 988
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 12:09 pm: | |
could be the bearings etc, that why I was wondering if he hears any unusual noises |
89TCab (Jmg)
Junior Member
Username: Jmg
Post Number: 231
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 12:01 pm: | |
Suspect your AC compressor is having trouble with flow causing your engine to lug/die. I had this problem with my 89... |
TomD (Tifosi)
Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 985
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 11:59 am: | |
is yours a coupe or cab - you have it on LI. are you joining us for our rallies |
JM Zarka (Crazy_horse)
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Username: Crazy_horse
Post Number: 21
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 11:25 am: | |
Thanks Tom. I will have to get back to you on that since I only use it on week end and keep it out east it is too gorgeous to drive and garage in NYC ! |
TomD (Tifosi)
Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 983
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 11:10 am: | |
1000 rpm is about right. fan level should have nothing to do with stalling any unusal sounds from engine when a/c on? if a/c not on full blast does it still stall |
JM Zarka (Crazy_horse)
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Username: Crazy_horse
Post Number: 20
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 11:06 am: | |
1000 rpm. FYI it has been really hot and humid in NY the last week or so. |
bruce wellington (Bws88tr)
Member
Username: Bws88tr
Post Number: 497
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 10:52 am: | |
jm
when you start your car and let it warm up for 5 mins or so(no a/c) what does your rpm say? |
JM Zarka (Crazy_horse)
New member
Username: Crazy_horse
Post Number: 19
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 10:18 am: | |
both |
TomD (Tifosi)
Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 978
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 9:55 am: | |
when you say full blast do you mean fan wise or temp wise |
JM Zarka (Crazy_horse)
New member
Username: Crazy_horse
Post Number: 18
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2002 - 9:41 am: | |
The car runs great. When the AC is on high and I am stopping at a light the engine stalls. Is the idle too low ? Please advise.Thanks |