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Recently, as in a couple of days ago, my 2000 GT started having idle issues. It will start up just fine, but after about 30 seconds of idling, it'll start loping/misfiring like it's running on two cylinders. It also gives off a smell that I'm unfamiliar with. Trying to give it some throttle does...

When I start it up, the first 10-15 seconds are simple no hissing whatsoever. Then the hissing begins: This is how it goes... After about 10 seconds after startup there is a "hiss" sound for about 2 seconds then stops Then another "hiss" sound for about 2 seconds then stops Then there is a...

Ok so I have a 99 Stang with the 3.8L V6. Recently I had my mechanic replace the fuel pump because the car would not start. I did not replace the fuel filter, though. I was wondering if this was the reson why my car sputters or seems to want to die on me when idling. The RPM needle is pointing...

Hey guys, this is my first post (newbie) so I'll try to be as clear and to the point as possible! First of all I've learned a lot about my car from this thread, it has been a great source of help for me! Today I decided to replace my air filter and clean my throttle body on my 2006 gt 5spd :D...

Hwy, Everone. Im new here :winks Im having a really bad problem with my 2000 3.8 engine Stang. It shake really bad, especially during acceleration. The only time it really calms down, a little, is when the cars stops accelarating and just coasts. I have changed the spark plugs, wire, and the...

I'm so stoked I'm posting it everywhere :happyhapp Yup you heard me...I am certainly the old pro at this job now. Started at 10am finished before 4 and took a lunch break, a snack break, and sit around doing nothing for a few minutes break ;) This is the 5th time I have fixed it and it has...