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ABlockOfCheese:
--- Quote from: XR-7 on November 03, 2015, 10:48:49 PM ---My coolant was extremely low recently, like literally so low that it barely covered the bottom of the container. I filled it back up but I haven't noticed any sort of decrease in the level, so it probably isn't a leak.
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still a good idea to check it regularly. Also something that may have to do with your engine running like turds when warm but starting right up when could could be your fuel system. Get your fuel system pressure tested. If pressures are low, replace the fuel filter. If that doesn't work you may want to replace the fuel pump. Also you may want to replace your fuel injectors. Another thing to check is the fuel pressure regulator. Pull off the vacuum line going to that. If there is fuel in the line then have it replaced. Upper/lower intake manifold gaskets would be my next move if the coolant level in the reservoir begins to drop.
XR-7:
My fuel filter is extremely rusty so I bought a new one a couple months ago. Still haven't gotten around to putting it on but plan to do it before the weather gets too cold.
Actually, my engine light frequently comes on and goes away for "System Too Rich (Bank 1)" which I'm pretty sure relates to there being too much oxygen in the fuel. Since it just comes and goes periodically, I haven't worried too much about it but perhaps there's something I could do about that.
ABlockOfCheese:
--- Quote from: XR-7 on November 03, 2015, 11:01:53 PM ---My fuel filter is extremely rusty so I bought a new one a couple months ago. Still haven't gotten around to putting it on but plan to do it before the weather gets too cold.
Actually, my engine light frequently comes on and goes away for "System Too Rich (Bank 1)" which I'm pretty sure relates to there being too much oxygen in the fuel. Since it just comes and goes periodically, I haven't worried too much about it but perhaps there's something I could do about that.
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a rich mixture means there is a disproportionately large amount of fuel in relation to air in the cylinder. Basically, you either need to have more air or less fuel to even it out and return to the proper stoiciometric ratio, which is usually 14.7 parts air for 1 part fuel when measured by weight. Injectors should be your first thing to check. You many be looking at about 150$ for all six injectors, and it's always a good idea to replace all injectors at the same time if they are all old.
Rooged:
thinking about getting a 3rd or 4th gen camaro and swapping in a 5.7 ls1 into it. any thoughts?
ABlockOfCheese:
--- Quote from: Rooged on November 04, 2015, 12:36:40 AM ---thinking about getting a 3rd or 4th gen camaro and swapping in a 5.7 ls1 into it. any thoughts?
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Those 3rd and 4th gens are fugly