Joe says, "So Doug,..."
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DLF
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So I finally got around to working on the Valdez today.
I datalogged the motor from a cold start, and found some things that were curious. While the engine was cold and running like crap (but had switched to closed loop fuel), the short term fuel trims were pegged at idle. Once the motor warmed up, and began idling decently, the short term fuel trims were quite small. I'm wondering if the O2 sensor heating circuits are failing and they only work properly once warm.
Joe, When is the last time the front O2 sensors were changed? Ever?
And while I still saw that cylinder 4 was missing frequently, I also recorded misses from #8. I'm thinking bad o-rings on the IMRC plates.
Disassembly starts tomorrow.
I datalogged the motor from a cold start, and found some things that were curious. While the engine was cold and running like crap (but had switched to closed loop fuel), the short term fuel trims were pegged at idle. Once the motor warmed up, and began idling decently, the short term fuel trims were quite small. I'm wondering if the O2 sensor heating circuits are failing and they only work properly once warm.
Joe, When is the last time the front O2 sensors were changed? Ever?
And while I still saw that cylinder 4 was missing frequently, I also recorded misses from #8. I'm thinking bad o-rings on the IMRC plates.
Disassembly starts tomorrow.
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SCTBIRD1173
Mark my Bird!
+1 on that! But unlike a Harley it's not "supposed" to leak oil...
DLF
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It's pretty much leaking from everywhere.That engine "was" dirty, no doubt. No white gloves this time
Joe, Didn't you guys just change the oil pan gasket?
And I found this unique K-Member bolt.
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DLF
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Here's something that everyone needs to take a look at. The wiring harness near the airbox tends to rub against the A/C piping, and in some cases, has worn through and caused shorts. Easy fix with a hose clamp using an existing screw.
I do this to every car I get my hands on.
I do this to every car I get my hands on.
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DLF
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The car is basically sound and it'll be fine when I'm done with it.Not to sound like a dick but wouldn't it be better to just sell this and put some money in to a nicer Mk8. This one looks like its past its prime.
Ford nut
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Looks like any fluid you put in her has found a path to escape.
Funny.... surprised the spot on your driveway was as small as it was.
Normal leaks for a mark with miles, but that oil sensor that is dangerous, could lead to major oil spill.
At this point Im at a loss to finish this sentence.
Joe knows...????
Funny.... surprised the spot on your driveway was as small as it was.
Normal leaks for a mark with miles, but that oil sensor that is dangerous, could lead to major oil spill.
At this point Im at a loss to finish this sentence.
Joe knows...????
BadSax
enjoys 3 martini lunches
Well... I guess we're a go... sort of
Also, what that white stuff?
Also, what that white stuff?
I feel pretty safe saying, never... I know I've never changed them.
This car hasn't had the oil pan off. I'm not sure what bolt you are referring too... (but I'm also not sure what I should be looking for)It's pretty much leaking from everywhere.
Joe, Didn't you guys just change the oil pan gasket?
And I found this unique K-Member bolt.
Well... I am the most fun person I know...I only spent 3 hours on Joe's car today, but it was fun.
Dickishness not withstanding... no... the car has good bones, and when I bought it I made a conscious choice that this is the one I'm keeping.Not to sound like a dick but wouldn't it be better to just sell this and put some money in to a nicer Mk8. This one looks like its past its prime.
I do now...Joe knows...????
DLF
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The "white stuff" is what happens when oil (from the Valdez) and rain water mix.
The K-Member has obviously been off at some point, and whoever did it must have had a problem with at least one of the 8 bolts and captured nuts that attach it to the body, and replaced it with standard bolt.
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BadSax
enjoys 3 martini lunches
Must be the NJ rain...The "white stuff" is what happens when oil (from the Valdez) and rain water mix.
The oil in my driveway doesn't turn white...
Huh...The K-Member has obviously been off at some point, and whoever did it must have had a problem with at least one of the 8 bolts and captured nuts that attach it to the body, and replaced it with standard bolt.
That would have been pre-me... :frown:
Also, I got your e-mail... I'm figuring stuff out...
Ford nut
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Is that a word?
I will have to ask Mike...
Mine leaves tracks when parked also, it needs the k dropped.
I hate it, its on the long list of must do.
tixer
Lincoln Evangelist
Dictionary.com says "no."
urbandictionary on the other hand, absolutely yes.
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Dickishness
urbandictionary on the other hand, absolutely yes.
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Dickishness