you need to find and fix the problem before you add mods. but that is your choice.dhrusk1 said:I have a stock 2000 gt with 38000, and it almost dies sometimes too. Basically, when I come to a light RPM drops just below 500, and then raises up to almost 1000 before settling down to the normal idle.
So, I don't think it is the mods that are causing this problem, but I am installing mac longtubes, a prochamber, and densecharger cold air kit so I will let you guys know if it gets worse.
I would really like to fix this problem, how much are o2 sensors, I might as well change them as long as they are not too expensive?
forpit2000gt said:when was the last time your car ran and idled fine?What was the last thing you did before it started this? Do you know how to check for leaks? Did you run any different fuels or cleaners through the system?
COBRA90GT said:FWIW - you can reset the PCM (computer) by disconnecting the battery. Just remove the negative cable terminal - you can leave it unhooked overnight if you are really paranoid. Meh.
I would also ditch the MAC CAI because it utilizes metal piping - which retains extra heat. That's not really ideal for a CAI, might want to look into a Home Depot version (do it yourself) or pay for another aftermarket version such as the JLT (seems to be quite the rage lately). As long as the intake tract is rubber/plastic, it will help to keep your inlet air temperatures somewhat lower (compared to a metal tract, such as the MAC design).
Also, was your car suffering from "the stall" prior to using the tuner? Which tuner are you using? I remember other people suffering from weird glitches like stalling and/or poor idling due to an aftermarket tuner (handheld tuners, that is).
Try running the car without the tuner, resetting the PCM, and allow for several drive cycles to see if the drivability problem can be resolved. In the meantime, give yourself plenty of stopping distance while in traffic - suddenly losing power in traffic is a safety hazard.
G'luck with the troubleshooting.
03MGT said:My upr x-pipe does the same exact thing you discribed. I was about to put my stock midpipe back on... But im gonna try this before I take it off http://www.ninosport.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=281 because im not using a gasket on the passenger side... Did you put the gasket between the header and the midpipe?? Or no? If so and it still leaks im throwing my upr x-pipe out..
four.six said:...i did not reset the PCM. i will try that and let u guys know....
forpit2000gt said:did you put the factory airbox and inlet pipe back on or do you have them. Sounds like you inherited or purchased someone elses mess/problem.
I really think it is a leak or the CAI. something on the intake side of the maf will cause. Did you clean the MAF wire inside the MAF housing? Did you install a K&N or similar with the CAI?four.six said:no, i bought the car totally stock... come to think of it i dont think i had this problem when i test drove it and bought it or i would not of bought it. i put everything on myself. i am still looking for the stock airbox. hopefully i can find it.
forpit2000gt said:I really think it is a leak or the CAI. something on the intake side of the maf will cause. Did you clean the MAF wire inside the MAF housing? Did you install a K&N or similar with the CAI?
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