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fuel issue vs clubby

Discussion in 'VR - VS Holden Commodore (1993 - 1997)' started by mr_clubby96, Oct 15, 2008.

  1. Oct 15, 2008 #1
    mr_clubby96

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    hey people i went to track day last week and my car was blowing black smoke its running rich can dat be the cause of it
    also i did 2 runs the 3rd run was sweet it stoped blowing black can this be the fuel im using

    at the time on track day i had vortex 98 in it?? would dat have any affect on this problem if so what fuel is the best

    i want the best for the clubby
     
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  2. Oct 15, 2008 #2
    VrWagz1

    VrWagz1 The Wagon on Wheels..

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    Have ya checked the coolant temp sensor, or oxy sensors
     
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    nope i havent checked em?? how can i know if there on there way
     
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    DannyboyDS

    DannyboyDS Just hand me the pliers.

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    first off do an error code check, go to the HOWTO section for that one, although I know bugger all about the V8's so maybe your ECU is different?

    in either case it could be as simple as a vacume hose has popped off.
     
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