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Jun 23, 2009 | 07:46 AM

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rx7 v8 running problem?

hi i have an ls1 v8 engine in my rx7 and the car is near completion but i have a problem the car starts up and runs for a few seconds then cuts of and stops i thought maybe the ecu was looked but i have tried another which has been unlocked and it was the same any ideas what it could be?

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Dynomo Charge ?

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Jun 23, 2009 | 10:04 AM

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VATS. Did you have someone flash the PCM to remove VATS?

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Jun 23, 2009 | 10:59 AM

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Most likely VATS.

Check out www.v8rx7forum.com if you havent.

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Jun 24, 2009 | 06:38 AM

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thanks for the replies the alternator is not on it yet didnt think that would effect it? i had a feeling the vats may be causing it i will have to get someone to check it through the obd2 port i guess

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sounds like Vats, what year PCM is it ?

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