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Old 12-11-2008, 07:24 PM   #52 (permalink)
Tygen1
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Originally Posted by mhmitszach View Post
Well, mine is about the same. It just takes a lot longer in the cold and I push it to shift because it won't get going any faster otherwise. It'll hold about 43-44 at 2100-2200 rpm unless i give it more gas.

I've been holding it at about 25-26 throttle position and 2500rpm as opposed to in warmer weather 23-24 and 2000 rpm.

I got the car at 106k and I'm at 120k now. As far as I know everything is original on the engine and transmission.

Rebuilt title so who really knows.

You should give me the plans so I can attempt it over xmas break time! =D
How good is your understanding of electronics? Do you understand pulse width modulation? The TCC solenoid requires a PWM signal, I'm still trying to nail down the duty cycle and frequency. I'm not sure how the 1,2,3 shift solenoids are activated yet, strait 12V or PWM. I should know in a few days. Then I can give you some plans if you feel confident enough to undertake it.
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