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ktthecarguy
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MAR 07, 03:42 AM
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Hi there,
I tried using that universal EGR, forget it! The washer size they recommend is not correct, and without a whole lot of trial-and-error, it's just too difficult to find the right one. I would strongly recommend getting an OEM-style EGR. It will save you much time and aggravation, even if it is more expensive.
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Erik
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MAR 07, 03:58 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by BobadooFunk:
wrong  IDIOT light popped on still... car definately ran better with snappier response.. but im not sure where the problem is..
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Clear your codes by dissconnecting battery or pulling ecm fuse for a few min at least to clear ecm memory and see if the code 32 comes back. If it does, check the vacuum line to the EGR valve from the EGR solenoid for leaks and from the EGR solenoid to the vaccum source on the manifold and make sure it doesnt leak. If that checks out ok then check for loose wires/open circuit @ the EGR vacuum control solenoid wire connector. You might also want to check that your egr tube that goes to the intake is not clogged up with carbon. If not then then it is probably a faulty EGR solenoid.[This message has been edited by Erik (edited 03-07-2008).]
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Erik
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MAR 07, 04:20 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by ktthecarguy:
Hi there,
I tried using that universal EGR, forget it! The washer size they recommend is not correct, and without a whole lot of trial-and-error, it's just too difficult to find the right one. I would strongly recommend getting an OEM-style EGR. It will save you much time and aggravation, even if it is more expensive. |
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yeah if thats a universal egr it may not work correctly
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Formula
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MAR 07, 11:01 AM
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| quote | Originally posted by BobadooFunk:
on another note.. i think i may swap my 4.5 into Betty sometime late this summer.. but my teacher thinks i should do something else.. id like a peppy 6cyl honestly... with a nice 4spd auto tranny.. but thats not even being started till april.. |
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You can probably trade the 4.5 for a 3.4 to somone (or to a salvage yard). I saw your car parked outside of your apartment a week or two ago and it looks good!
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rjblaze
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MAR 07, 01:14 PM
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| quote | Originally posted by Erik:
Clear your codes by dissconnecting battery or pulling ecm fuse for a few min at least to clear ecm memory and see if the code 32 comes back. If it does, check the vacuum line to the EGR valve from the EGR solenoid for leaks and from the EGR solenoid to the vaccum source on the manifold and make sure it doesnt leak. If that checks out ok then check for loose wires/open circuit @ the EGR vacuum control solenoid wire connector. You might also want to check that your egr tube that goes to the intake is not clogged up with carbon. If not then then it is probably a faulty EGR solenoid.
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One more thing to check....I know this sounds stupid but it ACTUALLY happened to me......check to make sure that there is nothing blocking the vacuum line at the EGR itself. I had the same problem with my old S-15 pick up and found that some idiot (probably trying to "eliminate" the EGR) stuffed a very small machine screw way up in the rubber fitting that connected the plastic hard line to the EGR valve nipple.
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BobadooFunk
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MAR 07, 03:18 PM
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thing about the light is it doesnt come on till ive been driving for about 15 mins...
i think the universal one might be ok.. i mustve got the right washer... i compared it and the hole matches up to the diameter of the peice that sticks out of the old one.. (if that makes any sense...)
and as for the lines, they are all new Rodnet stainless ones with just a short peice of hose at the end.. nothings in there..
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FieroJimmy
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MAR 07, 03:27 PM
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9 times out of 10 when I've diagnosed a code 32 on a Fiero it's been the Solenoid on the right side of the engine.
CODE 32 answers. dialup warning pics
As far as legality, I'm not sure it would pass the inspection, but I'm thinking about the '7730 ECM upgrade to switch to a digital EGR and lose all the vacuum crap under the decklid.[This message has been edited by FieroJimmy (edited 03-07-2008).]
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BobadooFunk
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MAR 07, 03:51 PM
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id LOVE to do that as well... but since a possible engine swap may be on the horizon.. no point... i was thinking solinoid as well..
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BobadooFunk
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MAR 10, 10:10 AM
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decided to make a list of things left to do.... (ok its not EVERY thing but itll keep me busy for a while...)
most of which are asap.. a few are a ways away..
asap:
rotors
rear tie rods n ball joins
rest of wheel bearings
fuel lines
new speedhut gauge overlays
front speakers
replace stock temp gauge..
new steering wheel
replace turn signal thing inside column
door hinge (pin ? i think) door wont hold itself open..
amp
future..
s10 brake booster
hood scoop
engine swap
paint
suicide doors[This message has been edited by BobadooFunk (edited 03-10-2008).]
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BobadooFunk
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MAR 12, 12:48 AM
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solinoid..hmm.. now i need one of those....
did this today
goin blue. 
also put a new end on my ground to batt.... was causing an occasional no-start symptom..making me think it was the batt. diein..
tomorrow i have to pull off a caliper or 2... i think i have sticking slides.. i have outboard pad wear..
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