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how to tell if running rich or lean ?

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Old Jul 9, 2005 | 11:14 PM
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how to tell if running rich or lean ?
I am and would like to know, when you can tell if running rich or lean ?
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Old Jul 9, 2005 | 11:18 PM
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dyno

or the most obvious if your dripping gas out of your exhaust :x I knew a few guys that do that.. lol
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Old Jul 9, 2005 | 11:24 PM
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get a wide band o2 sensor.
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Old Jul 9, 2005 | 11:27 PM
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alright, thanks
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Old Jul 10, 2005 | 05:57 AM
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If the engine is running to rich or to lean you will get a check engine light with the corresponding code.

You can also take your spark plugs out and look at the tips to determine how the engine is running.
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Old Jul 10, 2005 | 09:49 AM
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if you get a JWT doesn't it keep your F/A at like a 13.0-13.5 when at WOT?
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Old Jul 10, 2005 | 11:19 AM
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If your car is running in good condition, chances are its not running too rich or lean.
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