Tim Hoover
Screenwriter
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Hey everybody...
Because I'm poor (and because I get great auto advice here) I thought I'd turn to the HTF mechanics once again for help in diagnosing a car problem. I have an '87 Mustang GT. Today, on my way to work, I went to pass another car and when my car kicked down into 3rd gear from 4th, it felt extremely weak in power. Since then, it's been either shifting down into a very weak 3rd gear or going into neutral every time I give it a little gas in 4th gear (I'm not sure which of the 2 choices it's actually doing - these are just my impressions).
The problem isn't dependent on car temperature. I tested it a few minutes ago cold and the problem persisted. Doing some internet research, I discovered that the TV cable bushing in the throttle body can fail and cause this problem. Any other ideas or suggestions?
EDIT: I should also add that the problem isn't limited to 3rd and 4th gear. The 2/3 shift happened extremely early as well...
Because I'm poor (and because I get great auto advice here) I thought I'd turn to the HTF mechanics once again for help in diagnosing a car problem. I have an '87 Mustang GT. Today, on my way to work, I went to pass another car and when my car kicked down into 3rd gear from 4th, it felt extremely weak in power. Since then, it's been either shifting down into a very weak 3rd gear or going into neutral every time I give it a little gas in 4th gear (I'm not sure which of the 2 choices it's actually doing - these are just my impressions).
The problem isn't dependent on car temperature. I tested it a few minutes ago cold and the problem persisted. Doing some internet research, I discovered that the TV cable bushing in the throttle body can fail and cause this problem. Any other ideas or suggestions?
EDIT: I should also add that the problem isn't limited to 3rd and 4th gear. The 2/3 shift happened extremely early as well...