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by tariqsm
Wed Jul 01, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Need a mechanic's opinion on an OBD2 port that won't connect to a reader.
Replies: 5
Views: 152

Re: Need a mechanic's opinion on an OBD2 port that won't connect to a reader.

There was a period when my ECU was having issues and my OBDLink LX wouldn't communicate. Following the repair by the ECU repair shop, I was compelled to jumper my fuel pump relay.
The ECU is operational once again, and my OBD can communicate.

Even the Shop professional grade reader failed to ...
by tariqsm
Tue May 26, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Outdated HVAC Module for 2009 F150
Replies: 4
Views: 246

Re: Outdated HVAC Module for 2009 F150

Of course...the dealer did as well; it's currently stuck in that limbo between being outmoded and being available on the market; I'm planning to visit a pick-and-pull salvage yard next week in the hopes of finding one.
by tariqsm
Tue May 26, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Outdated HVAC Module for 2009 F150
Replies: 4
Views: 246

Outdated HVAC Module for 2009 F150

After replacing the blower motor resistor, my 2009 F-150 continues to only blow on high. I am unable to locate the part number 9L3Z-19980-XA, which the dealer claims is an HVAC module that is defective and has become outdated. This issue has been noticed by anyone else?
by tariqsm
Fri May 15, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: My electric car has caught the attention of the local fire service.
Replies: 7
Views: 373

Re: My electric car has caught the attention of the local fire service.

The two "Fireman's Loops" exists. The one you can see is on the left side of the LV battery that is mounted on the trunk, and the other one is immediately behind the right rear quarter window; to access it, you'll have to cut through a body panel. But if the vehicle is engulfed in flames and the ...
by tariqsm
Tue May 12, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3
Replies: 8
Views: 433

Re: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3

Yeah, I certainly won't be attempting to generate more than 400 lb-ft of wheel torque.

Finding the "sweet spot"—maximizing performance without breaking the bank—is my goal as this car is mostly intended as a fun weekend driver.


The advice is helpful, though.
by tariqsm
Tue May 12, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3
Replies: 8
Views: 433

Re: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3

In response to your advice, I edited my previous post in the Z3 forum.

An intercooler is not a part of my system. My best effort was made... However, I was unable to remove enough material from the VFE to accommodate one (at least not with my wrenching abilities).


I typically use 91 octane at 10 ...
by tariqsm
Tue May 12, 2026
Forum: General Discussions Chat
Topic: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3
Replies: 8
Views: 433

Re: Subject: Recommend a clutch kit for my S52 supercharged Z3

3. Sachs Clutch Kit with ECS Performance Flywheel
This link: https://www.ecstuning.com/b-ecs-part...000282ecs01kt/


I My preference is for option 3, as I've read that the ecs single flywheel produces almost little noise. Is the ecs SMF anything anybody has dealt with before? Would you be willing to ...