Staying idoled

[3.8L V-8 eater]

I just recently purchased an 87' Turbo T. When you start the car it won't stay idoled on it's own till after it warms up (2 to 3 minutes). Even once it idols on it's own it still let's the RPM'S drop to the point where it wants to shut off but it doesn't. Any suggestions????

 

[V6POWER]

You would probably get more viewing of this topic if it was in the Tech section.

 

[eric86]

I sure would like an answer to this question too!! Mine does the same exact thing when it first starts--and when it is cold outside it gets even worse.--Eric

 

[Sinister CO]

Check your vacuum lines. If a line is off or you have a leak somewhere, it will cause the engine to rev up then back down to the point of almost dying.

 

[turbo39151]

1. Move this post to the tech section.
2. What are your scanmaster numbers?
3. If you don't have a scanmaster, get one. It really helps!
4. May be your IAC which can be adjusted with help from the scanmaster.

I had the same issues and ended up having to replace the IAC's on both TR's. It's cheap and easy to do if you have the scan tool....

Good Luck

 

[3.8L V-8 eater]

Thanks For The Info!! Waiting To Sell My Truck So I Can Buy What I Need To Get This Turbo-t Up To Snuff. My Goal Is To Have A 12 Second Daily Driver Bolt Ons Only.

 

[turbo39151]

12's are easy with bolt ons. Make sure to get some Alky too!

 

[3.8L V-8 eater]

Hey, Turbo 39151. With what I have now do you think a dutt neck intercooler mild injectors with matching chip and a 3'' d. pipe should do it???

 

[turbo39151]

It's a good start. First get a scanmaster and get the car tuned right first. I know it's boring but it needs to be done first. In the meantime stockpile the "goodies". You should be able to hit your goal fairly quickly...