FP gauge

[Steve Wood]

Crank it up, let it idle, tell me the maf reading at idle

PCV hose is the 3/8' hose coming off the vacuum block with all the other vacuum lines.  It goes back a little and down to the pvc which is stuck in straight down in the top of the intake.

O2 should be okay

[Steve Wood]

also tell me the idle rpm

[phil_long]

Will do.  Today is a pretty light day, so i'll head out now and do it.  As far as the hoses, I'll check for the cracks when i get home. More time and better lighting

[phil_long]

Started the car and let idle for about 2 min. The MAF readings started at 07 then increased to 09 and held...

[phil_long]

also tell me the idle rpm

Didnt see this until after. BRB

[phil_long]

idle RPM started out low(rough) bouncing between 600-675, then eventually increased to bouncing between 750-800, then bounced between 850 to 775..

[Steve Wood]

Okay, maf should have read 4-6 so a higher reading than that makes the the computer think the car is too lean and it adds fuel...that is why you are seeing 150 on the blms....

The best route is to install a Translator on the car...or you can try to buy a rebuilt maf and see if it works properly...tha t is hit or miss.  If you go that route, be sure it is built just like the original.  same shape inside and the connector in the same place...don't take one that is necked down inside, or otherwise different.  If it does not read 4-6 at idle, take it back.  If it does, go wide open throttle and see what it reads.  At 15 psi of boost or so, it should read at least 240-245

[phil_long]

Ok.  Im assuming the translator is a better setup?  I haven't went WOT with this car in soooo long.  Lol.  Always afraid that something would go wrong. 

[Steve Wood]

translator is much more reliable...but, don't buy one of the fancy models..just the plain Jane original model that does not require much learning

[Steve Wood]

this one   http://www.turbotweakstore.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=1004

You can also get a maf same place  http://www.turbotweakstore.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=1005-3%2E0IN

or you can go local or junk yard

[phil_long]

thanks a lot steve, that'll be the next step i take...to be continued

[phil_long]

Hey, just wanted to ask a quick question.  I've been noticing my TC locking and unlocking while cruising.  The way its locking and unlocking isn't normal.  Like, cruising at speeds of 65 and above, its stills lock and unlock.  I noticed this on Saturday, that while cruising at 62-65, the rpms would jump from 2100 to 2300 for no reason at all.  And it's keep going back and forth for a min or two, then lock back.  Could this be one of the driveability issues caused by an uncalibrated MAF?  I'm just curious on what exactly to get excited about when I purchase the translator.  Thanks

[phil_long]

And i meant to specify that it locks and unlocks under acceleration and cruising.  I'm use to having to tap the break a little bit while cruising when it's locked to unlock but i havent had to do it...I know I sound redundant, but i want to be sure that I'm being clear b/c i can ramble and easily get off subject...Lol

[Steve Wood]

no on the maf relationship.  It should only lock when steady cruising and unlock as soon as you back off the gas or touch the brake.  It may stay locked on gentle acceleration as long as you don't give it too much throttle.

[phil_long]

Ok.  So i'm looking at another issue then. Dammit.  Beyond annoying