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buggaboo99355 · 10-15-2005, 11:59 PM

does anyone have a 1992 auto accord? how does it drive?

my car feels like it has no power at all. i know autos dont distribute power good, but this is horrible.

the timing is set perfectly. but when the car warms up and i step on the gas...nothing...3-5 seconds later it starts to move. it has very good speed when it starts moving and easy to accelerate when rolling.

what do you think could be the reason for my loss in power i am running out of ideas. i cleaned injectors, reset the timing perfectly, the motor has very good compression, changed timing belt with water pump, put new plugs and grounded the engine.

should i look into a venom chip, msd ignition, or one of those cheap 1.00 resistors on EBAY???

HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP

AND ALL OF THE FLUIDS ARE AT THE RECOMENDED LEVELS

Citizen_Insane · 10-16-2005, 02:33 PM

I can tell you for sure that the venom chip, msd, and the resistors won't help you at all.

Check your fuel pressure.

tab · 10-16-2005, 03:09 PM

Accords aren't rockets, but you should have good power right off the bat. Any codes, or a check engine light? How many miles?

It could be anything. O2 sensor, TPS, fuel pressure, ?????

wanderinman · 10-16-2005, 10:29 PM

If its an AT then if you stomp it you should feel power... period... it might be something with your tranny. Try replacing the fluid (didn't bother reading again) if you haven't, or possibly some upgraded tranny fluid like trickshift.

buggaboo99355 · 10-17-2005, 01:10 AM

i have no codes or check engine light on. it does have 162000 miles though [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/mad.gif[/img]

i am considering the idea of changing trans fluid is this going to be hard and can someone give me some steps

thanks for being helpful keep the ideas coming

also i noticed the engine reving to a little over 3500rmp in first and second gear under normal acceleration and sometimes the engine struggles and then it jumps out of nowhere with a good amount of power.

do you think it could be my torque converter and if it is does anyone know where i can get one really cheap for a f22 engine

how do i check/regulate the fuel presure

reikoshea · 10-17-2005, 03:48 AM

most import shops will have both fuel regulators/adapters and guages...if you get an adapter for your fuel regulator, you will have to cut into your current one. its not a difficult procedure...even i did it, and i cant hammer up dry wall.

(o)(o) · 10-17-2005, 07:59 PM

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(buggaboo9935 5 @ Oct 15 2005, 11:59 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
does anyone have a 1992 auto accord? how does it drive?

my car feels like it has no power at all. i know autos dont distribute power good, but this is horrible.

the timing is set perfectly. but when the car warms up and i step on the gas...nothing...3-5 seconds later it starts to move. it has very good speed when it starts moving and easy to accelerate when rolling.

what do you think could be the reason for my loss in power i am running out of ideas. i cleaned injectors, reset the timing perfectly, the motor has very good compression, changed timing belt with water pump, put new plugs and grounded the engine.

should i look into a venom chip, msd ignition, or one of those cheap 1.00 resistors on EBAY???

HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP

AND ALL OF THE FLUIDS ARE AT THE RECOMENDED LEVELS
[/b][/quote]

The emergency brake on? [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img] How does the car roll on its own? What does the rev counter do when you mash the gas pedal from a start (in Drive)? How does the engine respond if you hit give it lots of gas at idle? Do revs climb quickly? Have you checked for excessive slack in the throttle cable? Just giving ya some ideas...

mozzandherb · 10-17-2005, 10:02 PM

Could be a lot of things...fuel pump, tranny, throttle cable, have you gone to get it tuned?? Maybe you don't have the $$ but if I were you I'd sell it, and get a 92 Accord 5 speed I have one and they are really great automobiles. Good luck!

buggaboo99355 · 10-18-2005, 11:06 PM

it is starting to work a little better i put another bottle of injector cleaner and noticed a slight jump in performance after driving for about 15 to 20 mins.

the reason i dont want to sell it is because it is my first car and i want to hold on to it as long as i can while it is still running.

when a car is taken to be tuned what do they do and about how much does it cost. is it possible to do it myself.

what are some ways i can get more power out of the engine without going into forced induction??

confusatron · 10-19-2005, 12:34 AM

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(reikoshea @ Oct 17 2005, 03:48 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
most import shops will have both fuel regulators/adapters and guages...if you get an adapter for your fuel regulator, you will have to cut into your current one. its not a difficult procedure...even i did it, and i cant hammer up dry wall.
[/b][/quote]

Yeah, no shit, because I've never heard of using a hammer for drywall [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img] I always use a drill and drywall screws.

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(buggaboo9935 5 @ Oct 18 2005, 11:06 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'>
it is starting to work a little better i put another bottle of injector cleaner and noticed a slight jump in performance after driving for about 15 to 20 mins.

the reason i dont want to sell it is because it is my first car and i want to hold on to it as long as i can while it is still running.

when a car is taken to be tuned what do they do and about how much does it cost. is it possible to do it myself.

what are some ways i can get more power out of the engine without going into forced induction??
[/b][/quote]

STRONG ADVICE: Go get yourself a bottle of STP Water Remover, or something else that says it removes water from gasoline. I did, and my problem evaporated along with the water I didn't know was in my gas. For three dollars, it's worth a try.

buggaboo99355 · 10-19-2005, 09:34 PM

Thanks i will give it a try this weekend

vic42 · 10-31-2005, 03:14 PM

Check your alternator output voltage.

If its not putting out enough voltage to the battery it will put a damper on your ignition system because the alternator can't keep the battery fully charged. With 169K on it its about time for a new one.

My civic did this for a few weeks before the alternator finnaly died and left me stranded.

Regards
Chet.

10-19-2005, 12:34 AM	#10
confusatron Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago area Posts: 464 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 14	<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(reikoshea @ Oct 17 2005, 03:48 AM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'> most import shops will have both fuel regulators/adapters and guages...if you get an adapter for your fuel regulator, you will have to cut into your current one. its not a difficult procedure...even i did it, and i cant hammer up dry wall. [/b][/quote] Yeah, no shit, because I've never heard of using a hammer for drywall [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img] I always use a drill and drywall screws. <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(buggaboo9935 5 @ Oct 18 2005, 11:06 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'> it is starting to work a little better i put another bottle of injector cleaner and noticed a slight jump in performance after driving for about 15 to 20 mins. the reason i dont want to sell it is because it is my first car and i want to hold on to it as long as i can while it is still running. when a car is taken to be tuned what do they do and about how much does it cost. is it possible to do it myself. what are some ways i can get more power out of the engine without going into forced induction?? [/b][/quote] STRONG ADVICE: Go get yourself a bottle of STP Water Remover, or something else that says it removes water from gasoline. I did, and my problem evaporated along with the water I didn't know was in my gas. For three dollars, it's worth a try. __________________ 1993 Civic DX Hatch B16A SiR-II --SOLD! 1988 Supra Turbo automatic FOR SALE $2000 needs trans repair, power steering repair, a few leaks, Clean Body, Alpine, leather interior in decent shape, JDM motor rebuilt with HKS metal head gasket and ARP head bolts. 1996 Toyota Celica GT (daily driver)


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10-15-2005, 11:59 PM	#1
buggaboo99355 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 21 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 10	does anyone have a 1992 auto accord? how does it drive? my car feels like it has no power at all. i know autos dont distribute power good, but this is horrible. the timing is set perfectly. but when the car warms up and i step on the gas...nothing...3-5 seconds later it starts to move. it has very good speed when it starts moving and easy to accelerate when rolling. what do you think could be the reason for my loss in power i am running out of ideas. i cleaned injectors, reset the timing perfectly, the motor has very good compression, changed timing belt with water pump, put new plugs and grounded the engine. should i look into a venom chip, msd ignition, or one of those cheap 1.00 resistors on EBAY??? HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP AND ALL OF THE FLUIDS ARE AT THE RECOMENDED LEVELS

10-16-2005, 02:33 PM	#2
Citizen_Insane Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 3,701 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 52	I can tell you for sure that the venom chip, msd, and the resistors won't help you at all. Check your fuel pressure.

10-16-2005, 03:09 PM	#3
tab Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Aberdeen, Washington State Posts: 3,736 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 03 Avalanche Rep Power: 52	Accords aren't rockets, but you should have good power right off the bat. Any codes, or a check engine light? How many miles? It could be anything. O2 sensor, TPS, fuel pressure, ?????

10-16-2005, 10:29 PM	#4
wanderinman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 863 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 19	If its an AT then if you stomp it you should feel power... period... it might be something with your tranny. Try replacing the fluid (didn't bother reading again) if you haven't, or possibly some upgraded tranny fluid like trickshift.

10-17-2005, 01:10 AM	#5
buggaboo99355 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 21 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 10	i have no codes or check engine light on. it does have 162000 miles though [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/mad.gif[/img] i am considering the idea of changing trans fluid is this going to be hard and can someone give me some steps thanks for being helpful keep the ideas coming also i noticed the engine reving to a little over 3500rmp in first and second gear under normal acceleration and sometimes the engine struggles and then it jumps out of nowhere with a good amount of power. do you think it could be my torque converter and if it is does anyone know where i can get one really cheap for a f22 engine how do i check/regulate the fuel presure

10-17-2005, 03:48 AM	#6
reikoshea HS Troll...And Mod Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Antonio, TX Age: 24 Posts: 10,946 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2001 Honda S2000 Rep Power: 270	most import shops will have both fuel regulators/adapters and guages...if you get an adapter for your fuel regulator, you will have to cut into your current one. its not a difficult procedure...even i did it, and i cant hammer up dry wall.

10-17-2005, 07:59 PM	#7
(o)(o) Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 36 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 12	<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(buggaboo9935 5 @ Oct 15 2005, 11:59 PM) Quoted post</div><div class='quotemain'> does anyone have a 1992 auto accord? how does it drive? my car feels like it has no power at all. i know autos dont distribute power good, but this is horrible. the timing is set perfectly. but when the car warms up and i step on the gas...nothing...3-5 seconds later it starts to move. it has very good speed when it starts moving and easy to accelerate when rolling. what do you think could be the reason for my loss in power i am running out of ideas. i cleaned injectors, reset the timing perfectly, the motor has very good compression, changed timing belt with water pump, put new plugs and grounded the engine. should i look into a venom chip, msd ignition, or one of those cheap 1.00 resistors on EBAY??? HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP HELP AND ALL OF THE FLUIDS ARE AT THE RECOMENDED LEVELS [/b][/quote] The emergency brake on? [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img] How does the car roll on its own? What does the rev counter do when you mash the gas pedal from a start (in Drive)? How does the engine respond if you hit give it lots of gas at idle? Do revs climb quickly? Have you checked for excessive slack in the throttle cable? Just giving ya some ideas...

10-17-2005, 10:02 PM	#8
mozzandherb Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 305 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 13	Could be a lot of things...fuel pump, tranny, throttle cable, have you gone to get it tuned?? Maybe you don't have the $$ but if I were you I'd sell it, and get a 92 Accord 5 speed I have one and they are really great automobiles. Good luck!

10-18-2005, 11:06 PM	#9
buggaboo99355 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 21 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 10	it is starting to work a little better i put another bottle of injector cleaner and noticed a slight jump in performance after driving for about 15 to 20 mins. the reason i dont want to sell it is because it is my first car and i want to hold on to it as long as i can while it is still running. when a car is taken to be tuned what do they do and about how much does it cost. is it possible to do it myself. what are some ways i can get more power out of the engine without going into forced induction??

10-19-2005, 09:34 PM	#11
buggaboo99355 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 21 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 10	Thanks i will give it a try this weekend

10-31-2005, 03:14 PM	#12
vic42 Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 30 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 9	Check your alternator output voltage. If its not putting out enough voltage to the battery it will put a damper on your ignition system because the alternator can't keep the battery fully charged. With 169K on it its about time for a new one. My civic did this for a few weeks before the alternator finnaly died and left me stranded. Regards Chet.

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