John Purdom
BLACK SABBATH
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- Aug 12, 2002
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Translator Code 42/spool/street fuel/ET Streets
Been chasing a couple of big problems, got them solved and wanted to report back as to the solutions. Also, thank everyone for their valuable input.
First and worst was the intermittant problem of setting code 42/car would barely run. Replaced module and coil pack. No fix. Replaced timing wire from module to computer, cleaned all terminals. No fix. Jumpered out timing feature on Translator plus. Problem solved. I have had the Translator since last year(version 6.0), and had no prior problems with it. All switches were set correctly, wires were shielded and kept away from spark plug wires, etc. Even when it wasn't completely failing, the timing feature was not working properly. Whether set at 0, or pulling 2, 4, or 6 degrees out, I would get KR at a specific boost setting. With the timing feature disconnected and no other changes, no knock at the same boost setting. I am in no way knocking the product. I think mine may have a failure that is related to heat. Altho I have it mounted near the air filter, electronics are subject to heat soak. I would experience no problem until the car warmed up. I know there was a previous thread here on this very problem, and if anyone came up with a solution other than disconnecting the timing feature, pls let me know. Once again, not knocking the product, only relating my singular experience. I still think mine is worth it's weight in gold to be able to run the LS1 MAF.
My second problem was slow/little spool against the converter. (see my sig for combo) I was only able to get 5-6# against the converter with the new turbo. I had the HD actuator set up "tuner style", with the hose running directly from the compressor to the actuator. Borrowed a friend's "Grainger" pressure relief valve, and now back to getting 15# launches. Still takes a little longer to spool than I would wish, but much better. As some here have pointed out, my 3200 stall converter is too tight for a 66, and I will be having it re-stalled to 36-3800. But now I won't be covering up another problem and it should spool like mad.
Also wanted to share my experiece with fuel. I am buying AV gas at a local airport for $2.10 a gallon. I can get Xylene for $18 for a 5 gal can. Running 7 gal of AV gas, and 2 gal of Xylene mixed with 6 gal 93. Both are around 100 octane. I am just running this mix to limit the lead content from the Av gas and hopefully extend the life of the Denso 02. I am running this mixture with a TurboTweak race chip with 26/23 timing, at 20-21# of boost, no knock. While not race gas, this is FAR cheaper, and 20-21# is pretty bitchin' on the street. My next experiment is to add Xylene to the AV gas without the 93, in the same 3 to 1 ratio as the Xylene/93 mix. Maybe get another couple of # of boost? (D O'Connor, are you listening? Ever tried that?)
Lastly, for those running 16" wheels, I got a set of the new ET Street's 16x28x11.5, and they hook really well on the street with 20# of air. (ET Drags for the track) Far superior to a drag radial. They fit, but had to add a few # to the airbags to prevent rubbing the quarter.
Thanks again to everyone who posted suggestions for the problems.
Been chasing a couple of big problems, got them solved and wanted to report back as to the solutions. Also, thank everyone for their valuable input.
First and worst was the intermittant problem of setting code 42/car would barely run. Replaced module and coil pack. No fix. Replaced timing wire from module to computer, cleaned all terminals. No fix. Jumpered out timing feature on Translator plus. Problem solved. I have had the Translator since last year(version 6.0), and had no prior problems with it. All switches were set correctly, wires were shielded and kept away from spark plug wires, etc. Even when it wasn't completely failing, the timing feature was not working properly. Whether set at 0, or pulling 2, 4, or 6 degrees out, I would get KR at a specific boost setting. With the timing feature disconnected and no other changes, no knock at the same boost setting. I am in no way knocking the product. I think mine may have a failure that is related to heat. Altho I have it mounted near the air filter, electronics are subject to heat soak. I would experience no problem until the car warmed up. I know there was a previous thread here on this very problem, and if anyone came up with a solution other than disconnecting the timing feature, pls let me know. Once again, not knocking the product, only relating my singular experience. I still think mine is worth it's weight in gold to be able to run the LS1 MAF.
My second problem was slow/little spool against the converter. (see my sig for combo) I was only able to get 5-6# against the converter with the new turbo. I had the HD actuator set up "tuner style", with the hose running directly from the compressor to the actuator. Borrowed a friend's "Grainger" pressure relief valve, and now back to getting 15# launches. Still takes a little longer to spool than I would wish, but much better. As some here have pointed out, my 3200 stall converter is too tight for a 66, and I will be having it re-stalled to 36-3800. But now I won't be covering up another problem and it should spool like mad.
Also wanted to share my experiece with fuel. I am buying AV gas at a local airport for $2.10 a gallon. I can get Xylene for $18 for a 5 gal can. Running 7 gal of AV gas, and 2 gal of Xylene mixed with 6 gal 93. Both are around 100 octane. I am just running this mix to limit the lead content from the Av gas and hopefully extend the life of the Denso 02. I am running this mixture with a TurboTweak race chip with 26/23 timing, at 20-21# of boost, no knock. While not race gas, this is FAR cheaper, and 20-21# is pretty bitchin' on the street. My next experiment is to add Xylene to the AV gas without the 93, in the same 3 to 1 ratio as the Xylene/93 mix. Maybe get another couple of # of boost? (D O'Connor, are you listening? Ever tried that?)
Lastly, for those running 16" wheels, I got a set of the new ET Street's 16x28x11.5, and they hook really well on the street with 20# of air. (ET Drags for the track) Far superior to a drag radial. They fit, but had to add a few # to the airbags to prevent rubbing the quarter.
Thanks again to everyone who posted suggestions for the problems.
Never had a chance to play with it.
