Is it possible to replace only the bearing of the idler pully? It looks like it could be pressed out. (If it does not fall out on it's own..)
1stGenSHO
I'm assuming it currently has ATX fluid in it? (I only ask because I've had mechanics offer to top off the MTX with 90 weight ****!)
If the fluid is ok, it sounds like the trans may have been ran low on fluid.
Does it get worse after it heats up?
1stGenSHO
Hello Everyone,
Does anyone know if there is a procedure to test the coil pack using an ohm-meter?
Chiltons seems to skip it for the SHO.
Thanks,
1stGenSHO
GEN1SHO,
I just failed my smog check in Arizona for the same exact thing in my '90 SHO. Although mine is bone stock, the cause is the cats. After 12 years of abuse they have given up. If you don't want to replace the whole Y-pipe you should be able to have new cats welded in for much less $...
ProjectSHO89,
I'm prety sure it's munched.
When the A/C quit it made a terrible grinding noise and the belt squeeled awhile before the clutch released (engine was slightly above 3k rpm).
At startup I can get the clutch to engage once, but it sounds like the compressor is grinding rocks and the...
Thanks for your help guys, I really appreciate your advice.
I think the car is beyond a conversion kit though, and because it is still charged with R12 I will take it to a shop. (A/C clutch engages but cannot rotate compressor at any rpm.)
Because of the dead compressor, I'm assuming other...
Has anyone coverted their A/C system to R134 recently?
I am trying to get a ballpark figure before contacting some shops.
My compressor (R12) locked up while cruising on the freeway and I figure that changing to R134 at this point would not be much more.
Thanks,
1stGenSHO
There is something wrong with your cooling system.
I run around Phx,Az in my '90 and do not have problems. I'm still running R12 for the A/C, but I don't think that would make a difference.
If the fan is running ok, it's probably the radiator or thermostat. Good luck.
1stGenSHO
I have used the Autozone CPS and CID sensors with no problem on my '90.
I have never heard of one of these sensors going without the car running like crap though. Check out that tach before you go through the trouble of replacing a sensor that is probably ok.
1stGenSHO
I'm also thinking of replacing the springs&struts on my '90. I know it needs struts, but not sure about the springs. The rear end is sagging a bit, but it is level and I like the look.
Will new springs with a stock ride height raise the rear so the car does not sit parallel to the ground? If so...