Pages: [1]   Go Down

Author Topic: Two common problems start on same day!  (Read 6859 times)

0 Members and 6 Guests are viewing this topic.

Offline Gentleman Jack

  • Chief Financial Officer, Color Professional
  • Premium Member
  • Shop Foreman
  • *
  • Posts: 8982
  • Karma: +26/-82
  • I'm here. If I wasn't here, I'd be there.
Two common problems start on same day!
« on: January 30, 2010, 03:10:34 PM »
I took the little misses to work this morning as the in laws have hijacked our other car.  On the way in I noticed a "SQUEAK" when I hit a bump.  I started laughing thinking about the may posts / threads about the damn sway bar squeak.  That is common problem number 1.

Since I had to be up so early (5 am) to get her to work, I thought I would go out for a nice sunrise ride thru the hills.  Heading down the freeway, stopped for gas and was getting back on the freeway.  Punched it, car took of like a crazed animal and then:

poof.  Nothing.  No power.  Limp mode.

DBG,
you were right.  :urock: I knew you were right. I was trying to make it to MMM7 before buying new clamps.  I didn't make it.  Blew my IC pipe off.  Limped to the gas station, re-attached the hose and I was off towards home. 

Anybody know if the code will clear itself?  I know it will stay in the system, but will the check engine light go out after a few key cycles?


Still laughing.  These cars a very predictable... :lol: :gaah: :lol:
Logged
Make the right choices now

Offline Treeman

  • Premium Member
  • Gearhead
  • *
  • Posts: 1677
  • Karma: +2/-2
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #1 on: January 30, 2010, 05:09:17 PM »
Bought my new clamps (and a fuel pump insulator) this week.  But I don't like working on cars in cold weather.  Its 14 degrees out there and the garage is cold.  So I am going to wimp out for warmer weather and hope not to blow my IC hoses.
Logged
2009 Aggressive GXP
DDM Race Backbone, ProBeam, Coil Cover, Alignment, and Oil Catch Can
Solo Mach Shorty Exhaust
GMPP Tune
LatinVenom Front Brace
Werks Adjustable Sway Bars
Michelin Pilot Super Sport Summers/Pirelli 240 Sottozero Winters
Sound Deadener Showdown
Beach Party Central Custom Fusebox Cover
JPM Arm Rests
Lead Foot!

Offline 1LILNDN

  • Premium Member
  • Gearhead
  • *
  • Posts: 4404
  • Karma: +4/-16
  • Me and the Chief
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #2 on: January 30, 2010, 05:18:30 PM »
 GJ Every time I take mine out I cross my Fingers .Got the T-Bolt clamps at MMM6. Now I got the Charge pipes Also and IF we have more pleasent weather I will do both. Till then I just hope I don't Blow them off. Thin Ice for me cause I Love to Punch it,then think what might happen.  :crazy: :drag: :brnout:
« Last Edit: January 31, 2010, 07:30:04 PM by 1 LIL NDN »
Logged
Mods
GMPPTune, seat belt loops, Magnaflow Exhaust, Turn signal Mod, K/N CAI, Sprint Booster, , Driveshaft tunnel Plate, New Wheels, 3rd lite cover-up, Painted Calibers & Decals, Cooler/Travel bag, ProBeam, Custom FuseBoxCover, Sound Deadening, PeddleCovers, Hidden license bracket, Center Console, DDM Tbolt clamp&IC pipes, WindRestrictor & Lightbar, WestersRaceTune, Hood & Trunk Lighting, "A" pillar & Gauges,HoosierGXP interrior lights,StunnerTag and Directional Mirrors,Hood&Body Graphics(Chief Pontiac) by Jack of Arts,dimming mirror w/temp&compass

Offline Frank I

  • Premium Member
  • Master Tech
  • *
  • Posts: 119
  • Karma: +0/-0
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #3 on: January 31, 2010, 09:20:31 AM »
Quote from: Gentleman Jack on January 30, 2010, 03:10:34 PM
I took the little misses to work this morning as the in laws have hijacked our other car.  On the way in I noticed a "SQUEAK" when I hit a bump.  I started laughing thinking about the may posts / threads about the damn sway bar squeak.  That is common problem number 1.

Since I had to be up so early (5 am) to get her to work, I thought I would go out for a nice sunrise ride thru the hills.  Heading down the freeway, stopped for gas and was getting back on the freeway.  Punched it, car took of like a crazed animal and then:

poof.  Nothing.  No power.  Limp mode.
Anybody know if the code will clear itself?  I know it will stay in the system, but will the check engine light go out after a few key cycles?



Jack:
If the hose that blew off was not on the hose end attached to the Throttle Body, you can double clamp (using regular clamps) every other hose attachment point temporarily until you get the T-Clamps installed.   :2c:
Frank I
Logged
Frank I

Offline Gentleman Jack

  • Chief Financial Officer, Color Professional
  • Premium Member
  • Shop Foreman
  • *
  • Posts: 8982
  • Karma: +26/-82
  • I'm here. If I wasn't here, I'd be there.
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #4 on: January 31, 2010, 02:37:35 PM »
Yeah, gotta do something.  Blew it off again today.  Paging DDM, Paging DDM, DDM to the Service desk please....

GJ
Logged
Make the right choices now

Offline hammy221

  • Master Tech
  • ***
  • Posts: 497
  • Karma: +0/-2
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #5 on: January 31, 2010, 03:03:09 PM »
as far as your code goes as i understand it OBDII does not reset with key turns like OBDI did. as you drive it runs test's and it need to cycle though so many tests without the ECM seeing a problem then the light will turn off.
Logged

Offline G8TR

  • Premium Member
  • Gearhead
  • *
  • Posts: 1301
  • Karma: +0/-0
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #6 on: January 31, 2010, 03:16:00 PM »
Quote from: Gentleman Jack on January 31, 2010, 02:37:35 PM
Yeah, gotta do something.  Blew it off again today.  Paging DDM, Paging DDM, DDM to the Service desk please....

GJ

That sux, mine had started to loosen when Marc's Carbon Flash changed mine to T-Bolt clamps. Thanks Marc, I certainly appreciate the help!
Logged

Offline The Marshal

  • Tech
  • **
  • Posts: 32
  • Karma: +0/-0
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #7 on: January 31, 2010, 03:39:23 PM »
Quote from: Treeman on January 30, 2010, 05:09:17 PM
Bought my new clamps (and a fuel pump insulator) this week.  But I don't like working on cars in cold weather.  Its 14 degrees out there and the garage is cold.  So I am going to wimp out for warmer weather and hope not to blow my IC hoses.

What clamps are best?  (details.... please & thanks)
Logged

Offline Critterman

  • Retired, thank you very much
  • Premium Member
  • General Manager
  • *
  • Posts: 13730
  • Karma: +18/-58
  • Baltimore/Washington Corridor
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #8 on: January 31, 2010, 04:28:10 PM »
Quote from: The Marshal on January 31, 2010, 03:39:23 PM
What clamps are best?  (details.... please & thanks)


Call DDMWorks they have a complete kit to replace all of them
Logged
GONE: (but not forgotten) 2006 Cool named IXABEL (BISH-AH-BEL) Mayan for "Good Roads"
DDM StageIII intercooled Supercharger, Wisco ceramic coated pistons, Carrillo rods, superTech valves and Springs, Ported and polished head, Exedy Stage II Clutch,
big brake kit, slotted/drilled Rotors w/Porterfield pads & blue juice, Backbone, Probeam, Cross Strut Brace Underhood, trunk, & door Lights, ZOK suspension
JPM Center console, door inserts, & dash Seat bolster & lumbar support
Focuztech Tri-Y Header & hi-flow cat, Solo Performance SQR-2, Norm's Rear facia, Heated Seats, Blackface gau

Offline Treeman

  • Premium Member
  • Gearhead
  • *
  • Posts: 1677
  • Karma: +2/-2
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #9 on: January 31, 2010, 04:38:27 PM »
Yep, DDM are the folks!!  On their web site too.
Logged
2009 Aggressive GXP
DDM Race Backbone, ProBeam, Coil Cover, Alignment, and Oil Catch Can
Solo Mach Shorty Exhaust
GMPP Tune
LatinVenom Front Brace
Werks Adjustable Sway Bars
Michelin Pilot Super Sport Summers/Pirelli 240 Sottozero Winters
Sound Deadener Showdown
Beach Party Central Custom Fusebox Cover
JPM Arm Rests
Lead Foot!

Offline The Marshal

  • Tech
  • **
  • Posts: 32
  • Karma: +0/-0
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #10 on: January 31, 2010, 07:09:34 PM »
Thanks guys.
Logged

lil goat

  • Guest
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #11 on: February 01, 2010, 09:18:15 AM »
You guys are lucky, you just call DDM, wonder what the first guy who did this had to do. Oh yeah I had to figure it out myself!. It was Lyndon that first saw this problem after the first dyno tune he did on a GXP.
Logged

Offline Critterman

  • Retired, thank you very much
  • Premium Member
  • General Manager
  • *
  • Posts: 13730
  • Karma: +18/-58
  • Baltimore/Washington Corridor
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #12 on: February 01, 2010, 11:34:59 AM »
Someone always has to be first
Logged
GONE: (but not forgotten) 2006 Cool named IXABEL (BISH-AH-BEL) Mayan for "Good Roads"
DDM StageIII intercooled Supercharger, Wisco ceramic coated pistons, Carrillo rods, superTech valves and Springs, Ported and polished head, Exedy Stage II Clutch,
big brake kit, slotted/drilled Rotors w/Porterfield pads & blue juice, Backbone, Probeam, Cross Strut Brace Underhood, trunk, & door Lights, ZOK suspension
JPM Center console, door inserts, & dash Seat bolster & lumbar support
Focuztech Tri-Y Header & hi-flow cat, Solo Performance SQR-2, Norm's Rear facia, Heated Seats, Blackface gau

Offline DeepBlueGXP

  • KappaPerformance Site Owner
  • Administrator
  • Shop Foreman
  • *
  • Posts: 9229
  • Karma: +13/-6
  • Displaced Buffalo Bills Fan
    • Kappa Performance Forum
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #13 on: February 01, 2010, 03:35:17 PM »
GJ,

Thanks.  After The Comedian figured it out, we all changed the clamps.  DDM does make it easier to order the parts.
Logged

lil goat

  • Guest
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #14 on: February 01, 2010, 04:25:48 PM »
Just for the record, I was lucky I decided to do this after Dejon started selling his replacement tubes, he had the dimensions posted of his, that is what I used when I ordered my first set, then I told Dave at Dejon if he was going to sell the tubes he needed to sell better clamps. He did finally listen, and then DDM made things even easier with a kit, points for Dr. Love.
Logged

Offline Critterman

  • Retired, thank you very much
  • Premium Member
  • General Manager
  • *
  • Posts: 13730
  • Karma: +18/-58
  • Baltimore/Washington Corridor
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #15 on: February 01, 2010, 04:45:08 PM »
What no Atom comment for Dr Love?
Logged
GONE: (but not forgotten) 2006 Cool named IXABEL (BISH-AH-BEL) Mayan for "Good Roads"
DDM StageIII intercooled Supercharger, Wisco ceramic coated pistons, Carrillo rods, superTech valves and Springs, Ported and polished head, Exedy Stage II Clutch,
big brake kit, slotted/drilled Rotors w/Porterfield pads & blue juice, Backbone, Probeam, Cross Strut Brace Underhood, trunk, & door Lights, ZOK suspension
JPM Center console, door inserts, & dash Seat bolster & lumbar support
Focuztech Tri-Y Header & hi-flow cat, Solo Performance SQR-2, Norm's Rear facia, Heated Seats, Blackface gau

Offline Graywolf

  • Master Tech
  • ***
  • Posts: 425
  • Karma: +0/-4
Re: Two common problems start on same day!
« Reply #16 on: March 03, 2010, 11:57:19 PM »
I had the same problem with a condem. An  easy way to remove a code after fixing the problem is to disconnect a battery cable then reconnect it. Poof its gone
Logged
Bates cylinder sleeves/oil pump,Carillo Rods,Wiseco pistons,Ferrea valves/springs,CNC Race Ported head,Neutral balance shafts,CustomATI Damper,ZOK suspension,Custom Roll Bar and Wind Splitter by Chassis Concepts,6 pt Schroth harness,Extreme Dimension nose,Fidenza Flywheel/Spec3+ clutch,OZ ultrleggra wheels,Hoosier A6/R6 tires,Norms Fiberglass side vented fedders,side skirts and rear race bumper/fascia
Pages: [1]   Go Up