Dashpot removal (Yes I did a search)
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Dashpot removal (Yes I did a search)
I cannot, for the life of me, find any information on what the dashpot is, or how to remove it. Is it because it's so simple, once I look at it, I can tell what it is? My friend's FC is back on it's feet and needs a new throttle cable, too, so we were wondering how to take it out.
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I'd leave it in.
1) It keeps the throttle from banging shut on the stops, which keeps idle readjustment from being a problem.
2) It keeps the ECU from seeing closed throttle if you rapidly pump it to make flames..
3) It's not in the way - (my opinion)
BTW that's it below the bend in my throttle cable.
1) It keeps the throttle from banging shut on the stops, which keeps idle readjustment from being a problem.
2) It keeps the ECU from seeing closed throttle if you rapidly pump it to make flames..
3) It's not in the way - (my opinion)
BTW that's it below the bend in my throttle cable.
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From what I understand all the TB Dashpot is just a adjustable shock used to control the speed of the rev-down through the throtle by adjusting how fast the intake closes. So if I remove it all I would be doing is cutting off new air form mixing with the gas that is currently in the engine, causing a rush of gas to go through the exhaust when I suddenly let off of the throtle.
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I've removed my Dashpot with subtle effects. I don't advocate It but the dashpot was the reason why I was unable to adjust my TPS correctly. https://www.rx7club.com/showthread.p...highlight=life I remember this thread coinciding with mine on account of this. This and we started off our threads the same ie. for the life of me.![Big Grin](https://www.rx7club.com/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
I guess I should have updated my thread.
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I guess I should have updated my thread.
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Here is what the FSM has to say about dashpot (s4)
The FSM says that it should contact at about 3000 rpm, I think it's too much, I have it contact at 1,500 rpm, but it's a matter of taste.
If it does not allow for good TPS adjustment, then it is no good and should be replaced or ditched.
Hugues -
The FSM says that it should contact at about 3000 rpm, I think it's too much, I have it contact at 1,500 rpm, but it's a matter of taste.
If it does not allow for good TPS adjustment, then it is no good and should be replaced or ditched.
Hugues -
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