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Dean 2004-11-29 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by sti deede
On a side bar. My STi is very angry. It hates the cold. I started it up this morning and the engine was idling between 500-2000 rpms it took five minutes before it finally started running normal. The springs are packed with ice, from a little snow adventure on Saturday night. It's so cold they can't thaw, and I can't park the car in a sunny location today. Gehrrr.
That doesn't sound right. Sounds like something feeding the cold idle circuit is messed up. Did it only happen once, or has it happened on cold mornings. If the later, probably dump it at Lithia tonight so they can try it in the morning when it will be in the single digits again. We can probably hook you up with a ride if you need it.

MattR 2004-11-29 10:33 AM
Tumbler Valve...I'm now an expert.

sti deede 2004-11-29 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Dean
That doesn't sound right. Sounds like something feeding the cold idle circuit is messed up. Did it only happen once, or has it happened on cold mornings. If the later, probably dump it at Lithia tonight so they can try it in the morning when it will be in the single digits again. We can probably hook you up with a ride if you need it.
It has happen before on the cold mornings, but never this drastic. Usually it only moves 250 rpms from the 1000 mark. It also took extra long before the engine finally started up this morning. I'm not sure if its just me being paranoid or if it is a problem.

sti deede 2004-11-29 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by MattR
Tumbler Valve...I'm now an expert.
Your not serious right? It didn't operate in a safety mode and the check engine light didn't come on. I hope its not that.

Kevin M 2004-11-29 10:47 AM
My car was a bit hard to start this morning too, and that was at almost 9. It just takes a few extra cranks to kick it over when everything's so cold. The idle thing is weird. Is it fluctuating or just starting high and falling slowly? It will take a while to get the coolant temp up enough that the IAC isn't raising idle anymore.

sti deede 2004-11-29 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
My car was a bit hard to start this morning too, and that was at almost 9. It just takes a few extra cranks to kick it over when everything's so cold. The idle thing is weird. Is it fluctuating or just starting high and falling slowly? It will take a while to get the coolant temp up enough that the IAC isn't raising idle anymore.
The rises and falls pretty quickly like it is being rev'd. It stopped doing it, before the engine temp. guage showed the temp rising. Although, I'm not sure if this matters with what you are saying.

Dean 2004-11-29 10:51 AM
Whatever it is, you know it is going to be super cold the next day or two, so get it to the mechanics so they can figure it out before it warms up!

sti deede 2004-11-29 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Dean
Whatever it is, you know it is going to be super cold the next day or two, so get it to the mechanics so they can figure it out before it warms up!
I called and told them that I'll be dropping it off tonight and they can test it tomorrow. Errgh. Another day without the car!

Dean 2004-11-29 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by sti deede
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dean
Whatever it is, you know it is going to be super cold the next day or two, so get it to the mechanics so they can figure it out before it warms up!
I called and told them that I'll be dropping it off tonight and they can test it tomorrow. Errgh. Another day without the car!
Cool :lol: Let us know if you need a ride while it is in the shop.

MattR 2004-12-14 08:37 AM
I'm getting my new Left rear strut installed today...too much clunking...They're going to swap my STi Pink spring over for me..Should be nice and quiet now.

sti deede 2005-02-22 09:12 AM
I'm getting my passenger rear strut installed today, and my new headlamp too.
Yay. Ray's the man.

Weasel 22 2005-02-26 03:06 PM
Re: My STi is broken.
 
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Originally Posted by MattR
Not sure what the hell happened now...I started it up this morning and it coughed and sputtered then the CEL came on solid, and Cruise light was blinking...So, It runs in limp mode, no boost, so I drive it to lithia. It's there now...I'm waiting to hear what is going on.

I shouldn't have cursed at it last night, I think I upset it.

crap
thought I recognised your car today at Lithia..they couldnt find my SVX part of course :roll: sorry to hear that hope all is well

Kevin M 2005-02-26 05:48 PM
Uh, no... that post is from last year. :lol:

tysonK 2005-02-26 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
Uh, no... that post is from last year. :lol:
last year was pretty cool.

Kevin M 2005-02-26 06:59 PM
Indeed right you are Ken.

tysonK 2005-02-26 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
Indeed right you are Ken.
this year will be better, a little bird told me so.

Weasel 22 2005-02-26 08:02 PM
Kenny Blankenships most painful elimination of the day is Weasel 22..his untimely response and even faster crash and burn was most unpleasant..tho there was a STi there today that resembled his car...im currently heading to lens crafters to have my glasses checked..........................

Kevin M 2005-02-26 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Weasel 22
Kenny Blankenships most painful elimination of the day is Weasel 22..his untimely response and even faster crash and burn was most unpleasant..tho there was a STi there today that resembled his car...im currently heading to lens crafters to have my glasses checked..........................
:lol: I nominate your new title to be "Sean Babaganoosh." :P

Weasel 22 2005-02-26 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
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Originally Posted by Weasel 22
Kenny Blankenships most painful elimination of the day is Weasel 22..his untimely response and even faster crash and burn was most unpleasant..tho there was a STi there today that resembled his car...im currently heading to lens crafters to have my glasses checked..........................
:lol: I nominate your new title to be "Sean Babaganoosh." :P
ive sunk so low I dont even get my name spelled 'Shawn' im downgraded to 'Sean and not heard'.....what do we always say? DONT GET ELIMINATED!

Kevin M 2005-02-27 03:32 AM
I guess my stab in the dark at your name missed. :lol:

MikeSTI 2005-02-27 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
I guess my stab in the dark at your name missed. :lol:
well ther are so many ways to spell it!!! :lol:

My son is Shaun :D

or there is Sean, Shawn :lol:

Weasel 22 2005-02-27 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by MikeSTI
Quote:
Originally Posted by BAN SUVS
I guess my stab in the dark at your name missed. :lol:
well ther are so many ways to spell it!!! :lol:

My son is Shaun :D

or there is Sean, Shawn :lol:
true..I mean its not as if my name appears on my posts or anything.....coug ahem :lol: I guess it goes to show others dont read the entire post either..like me and my reply to a year old post....


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