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Running Rich

Old Jun 19, 2014 | 08:04 PM
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Running Rich

Ok so I installed the BHR ignition kit and wow what a difference. Runs like a beast once running hot. K&N filter and a knocked out cat as well. Excellent performance. However i still get a ton of white smoke soon after cold start if i apply the gas and then let off. Also the behavior and sound of the engine is rich. Its a throaty, poppy, smelly 5 minutes or so of operation right after startup. Power seems muted until the richness clears up. What is this and how do I fix it? Oil consumption is also high, but the smoke is purely white. No loss of coolant. Hard hot start. Thanks!
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Old Jun 19, 2014 | 10:04 PM
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The ECU supplies extra fuel when the engine is cold...that is normal.

You will get a rich smelly exhaust without a CAT

How is your compression? A new ignition will not fix compression related issues

Read around about dwell settings with other than stock coils

That is all......
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