Hi Spiderfans,
After driving my 1974 spider while in high school, my son, now 47, finally bought his own 1980. It's a beauty cosmetically, but he's having some problems mechanically, which he knew about prior to purchase. Initially it would not start. He managed to get it starting by replacing a sensor for (I think) the fuel injectors. However, it now stalls when he revs. He thinks this may be a timing advance issue. Can any one offer some educated guesses? Thanks in advance
SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
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Re: SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
check the rubber boot between the air flow meter and the upper intake,make sure there are no vaccuum leaks, also check the door in the air flow meter and make sure it moves freely and is not stuck
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son has 78 spider
75 spider , 6 Lancia Scorpions, 2018 Abarth Spider, 500X wifes, 500L 3 82 Zagatos. 82 spider 34k original miles, 83 pininfarina, 8 fiat spider parts cars
son has 78 spider
Re: SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
Thanks Beek,
I will pass on your response.
Son just e-mailed me that he ordered a new airflow sensor that will be delivered tomorrow.
Will post his progress.
Marcello
I will pass on your response.
Son just e-mailed me that he ordered a new airflow sensor that will be delivered tomorrow.
Will post his progress.
Marcello
Re: SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
Tis a slippery slope to go down, replacing parts as they come to mind. TONS of good info on testing items available here.
Keep us posted
Keith
Keep us posted
Keith
Re: SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
timing advance or lack of, won't cause stalling although it can create some driveability issues
Re: SON'S 1980 SPIDER PROBLEM
Thanks to everyone who replied!
Son replaced the air flow monitor and she runs sweet!
He is on to the tranny and rear end now....they are making noise.
MARCELLO
Son replaced the air flow monitor and she runs sweet!
He is on to the tranny and rear end now....they are making noise.
MARCELLO