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Old 04-26-2007, 07:00 PM
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Cool Strange feeling,

When I get off the highway, and slow down, Then try to start in first/second, the engine feels weak, then after a minute the engine gets it's power back.

Any thoughts? thanks
Old 04-26-2007, 07:21 PM
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nope, no thoughts.
Old 04-26-2007, 07:23 PM
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I actually notice this too. After driving a while I put it in first and punch it and I don't feel the normal kick but when I hit third she really takes off.
Old 04-26-2007, 07:48 PM
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Coolant temp rises causing timing to be pulled until it cools off either from the fans or speeding up?? Just a guess, but seems plausible.
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This happens to me all the time when I get onto the interstate. I will punch it at first and get NO power, feels like I am driving a go cart, then after a second I feel the power kick in. What is the problem?
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Release the clutch at 9000rpm.
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This same thing was happening to me today. I drove it, and was actually surprised at the cars power and performance all over again, like the day I got it. But 1st started lagging and being stupid
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Probably bad cat. If you notice that your car loses punch as it warms up, that is symptomatic of the cat being plugged up. Have your dealer do a pressure test. My new cat made a big difference, and after fresh coils and plugs the power was back in a big way.
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