1979 280zx

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88sammi
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i have a 1979 280zx when i go easy on the gas it will rev to redline but if i pin it it will only rev to 3500 and its as if it has a rev limiter if any one has any ideas it would be greatfully appreciated thank you in advance
Modified by 88sammi at 10:07 PM 2/9/2008


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evildky
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sounds like a bad AFM

88sammi
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thats what i think to but i was wondering if anyone else had the prob befor i go spend the money

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evildky
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try finding a used one or find someone with a running car that'll let you try swapping for a few minutes

88sammi
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ya thats what ive been tryin to do because they want quite a bit for a new one

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evildky
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I believe the FSM details how to check the afm with a multimeter if you want to reassure yourself, keep an eye to ebay and junkyards

88sammi
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ya thats what i have been doin i already tested but there sensors in there u cant test cant think about what ones off hand


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