On Mon, 3 Jan 2005, KWS wrote:
> > Could be an out-of-balance wheel. Could be a worn-out inner CV joint.
>
> The wheel would stay out of balance when the speed is constant.
Theoretically, yes. Practically, most of the time, yes. Occasionally...no!
> Another poster also mentioned the CV joint. Would it also tend to
> clatter on sharp turns?
Usually it's the *outer* CV joints that make snapping/popping/clattering
noises on sharp turns. Sounds like one or more of your four CV joints is
badly worn.
> Absolutely correct. The code was "21". My mistake.
Wondered if it might've been 21.
> > > Injector problems: again...it only happens under acceleration.
> >
> > So?
>
> It is also periodic, i.e. not erratic.
Lean surge is periodic.
> > Step one: Catch up on all the periodic maintenance you've let slide.
> > That means new plug wires, service the entire PCV system, clean the
> > throttle body and AIS, new fuel filter (which all by itself could very
> > easily cause your surge)
>
> While the fuel filter probably needs a change, would it not cause an erratic
> response?
Lean surge is periodic.
DS
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