Nick Williams 90mm Throttle Body Question
Nick Williams 90mm Throttle Body Question Just bought a Nick Williams 90mm throttle body here on LS1tech....really nice piece and in great condition with one exception: someone (not NW) drilled the throttle plate with a single 3/16" hole. I have no clue why?? First, why was it drilled? Second, I want to correct the hole. I am thinking of micro welding but am worried about warpage. Does anyone have Nick Williams e-mail or web address so I can see if a replacement throttle blade is available? I am also thinking of using epoxy to fill the hole but am hesitant. Thnaks in advance!
Last edited by BIGBEAUTIFULDOLLP51; Aug 31, 2009 at 05:31 PM. Reason: description
Nw tb I just want to be clear that the hole is not from Nick Williams...it was drilled pretty crudely with a hand drill. I do think you are right though...the previous owner was trying to add extra airflow when the throttle plate is closed but I do not know why? I thought idle quality or A/F ratios could be adjusted via the computer?
They can be adjusted via the computer. Typically a good tuner can get it dialed in well without having to drill a larger hole, however I have seen on the forums some people say their tuners have done it for this reason. That typically happens with more radical cam setups though. Shouldn't be necessary.
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Verdad Gallardo Nw tb Once again...you guys are awesome! I just spoke with Nick Williams and he said send it back and he will replace the throttle plate for free...hell of a guy!
BTW...it does come from NW with a 1/8" hole. Nick said somebody just tried to open it up with a hand drill and that is why it looks so shabby....
BTW...it does come from NW with a 1/8" hole. Nick said somebody just tried to open it up with a hand drill and that is why it looks so shabby....
Nw tb My LS6 is basically a stock block motor with a Magnuson blower and headers. I don't think the stock LS6 cam is too aggressive...my question is why do we need a hole at all? Can't the throttle position sensor crack the throttle plate open a tiny amount? Just like carbs do? I'm new to the Fuel Injection game...sorry about the ignorant questions but I'd like to understand the principle before I monkey with something...thx
