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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 05:21 PM
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Default EFI Idle problem ( RS TURBO )

ok here goes,, i have my escort rs turbo converted to ofab..
my problem is when i blip the throttle the Revs raises and holds for a few seconds before it idles down again..

i've changed the idle speed control valve. and it still does the same..

i took out the chip and it still does the same..

any1 any ideas?? regards dave
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 07:48 PM
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my throttle cable was shagged.changed it then it went fine dunno though could be anythin,checked your idle screw?
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 10:30 AM
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yeah checked it all, its not the throttle cable as its releasing fine, its really annoying me!!! also my headgaskets blown today!!
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Old Apr 3, 2007 | 01:16 AM
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As i said on your other post have u set the base idle?
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Old Apr 4, 2007 | 04:48 PM
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Incorrect mixture could cause this or possibly an air leak.
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