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For V-6 models the Cardon A-1 CV axle is available at Autozone or O'Reilly's for $79 to $99 depending on your area. I just put one in my daughter's 91. Remember it is VERY important that you use the tone ring from the TC, otherwise you will destroy the ABS sensor.
If your yellow ABS stays on, usually it is one of the ABS wheel speed sensors. At the very worst if your ABS computer behind the passenger side kick panel has gotten wet, that may need to be replaced.
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I brought my truck over and picked it all up.
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Code 34 is Speed Control Solenoid Driver Circuit. Usually means a leaking vacuum line or battery acid has affected the connections.
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The anti-lock light should not turn on for 10 pumps. The pump may come on sooner.
Did you buy a used unit (bad idea) or a rebuilt unit?
I have far too may salvage cars with non-antilock conversions. The Lebaron and Daytonas were longer and lighter than the TC. Putting a non-antilock system in a TC is a recipe for disaster.
If the brakes are working fine, then the anti-lock light may be on because of a faulty or dirty ABS sensor.
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We sell them new, $30 each or 4/$100.
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We sell new ones for $29.
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We have NOS ones.
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I have done two articles with photos in the TC America newsletter on how to clean them. Just check your back issues. Make sure to use a lint-free towel and clean it until the ridge of dirt is gone.
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Try cleaning the throttle body. At the national meets we do a lot of V-6's and they run amazingly better. Only takes a couple of minutes and is quite easy with the Mitsu V-6 engine.
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Actually Karleen Tarola's 8 valve was photographed as well as one of my 16 valves. The photos were of both cars.
I think they did a great job.
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Tobruk,
Have you checked your motor mounts? If the transmission mount and/or front engine mount are warn, the engine flops around enough to pull on the wires and shift cables. In addition, it is the most common way to trash your drive axles. The mounts are inexpensive and pretty easy to change.
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The GM unit is similar but not the same. The GM motor is smaller, has less torque and spins at a lower RPM. I did an article for the TC America newsletter with photos showing the differences. With the GM motor, the pull-down may not pull the top pegs down all the way which causes the battery to drain unless the optional 15 second relay has been installed. As long as the pull-down assembly is properly adjusted the GM motor works adequately.
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Lee,
The posted capacity of the TC is a paltry 415lbs. Being a portly guy, me, the dog and a bag of luggage hits that quick. Add a passenger or two politicians sitting on the parade boot and the back of the TC sags pretty bad. There were three different suspensions on the TC - the early few hundred, the rest of the 1989's and then the airbag models. The middle 1989's have a habit of the left rear tire hitting the shock with less than 400 pounds in the car. Being hand built, there were continuous changes during production. The rubbing seems to be more prevalent in VINs 1,000 to about 2200.
I did the Daytona conversion on my original TC 15 years ago and it did not make any noticeable difference in the tire/shock rub issue, but it does handle better on winding mountain roads. "Normal" sized drivers may never experience this issue. The Dynasty spring conversion I attempted on another TC a few years later, but it looked like the back of my old souped up 1969 Coronet. Not exactly becoming of a luxury TC.
On my play 16v I have plans to take the leveling system out of my spare 1993 Imperial (not the pillow kind, but the standard leveler) and see if I can have a decent working leveling system. I think this should have been standard on the TC like it was for the 1990+ Imperials. If the Imperial one does not work, the GM system or simple air shocks will be my next project.
Your option of cutting the Dynasty springs a little may be the easiest, cheapest and quickest solution. I gave my daughter a 1992 Dynasty for her first car and it really seems to handle weight well, although I hope she has never put anyone in the trunk for a parade.
I probably still have the original Dynasty springs if you want them.
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Alan working on the last TC made - 16v White/Burgundy owned by Jim. Even the low mileage cars need some attention.
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Thanks for the additional information. Yes, it looks like the valance is just pushed in but also has a small crack on the corner. It is not part of the bumper assembly or connected to the bumper, but the bumper and air dam will need to be removed to get to it. If the support is broken you should be able to easily fabricate something to substitute. You may be able to find a body shop to fill in the crack and paint it for less than the cost of a new valance. There were three different versions of the valance depending on build date.
I suppose you should be happy it was not any worse.....
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There is a small constant drain on the battery for memory electronics. My 1981 Imperial has the same issue. Many owners use the quick-disconnect battery terminals or a trickle charger to keep the battery charged. My 1964 Imperial and Citroens do not have memory electronics so they can go a lot longer if I don't start them regularly. The disadvantage of the disconnect is that your radio needs to be reset and if you have a V-6 TC the automatic transmission takes 10 miles or so to re-remember how you drive and calibrate what it thinks are the appropriate shift points. Not big issues for me.
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I can't tell from the photo what exactly you are looking for, but it appears that the valance is pushed back a bit exposing one of the rivets on the stainless steel. That valance can usually be pulled back out and not need to be replaced. It is held in place by a flimsy metal support which can rust easily and bend, but can be bent back easily too. Most likely you will need to pull the bumper to fix it which is not too difficult.
If you are concerned about the rubber nerf strip, many body shops can make those look like new for a reasonable amount - $100-$200 depending on what needs to be done and if the interior connecting bolts have been compromised or not.
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And that's not even Alan's fastest car.....
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Heck,
The only thing Hemi knows about engines is how to overcharge people for mediocre repairs. Similar stories come up during every TC meet. I have in my truck a speedometer Hemi broke a few years ago that the owner has been driving with a 10MPH error that he would not warranty. Of course I will have it repaired by a professional ASE certified shop that has been in business since 1955. The only reason I started TC parts is because Hemi overcharged me $500 for a repair he did not perform and kept my car 4 months so the engine would be out of warranty when I got it back. When Hemi got his first 16v TC he had to ask ME how to fix an oil leak in the engine because he did not know anything about the 16v engine. My 305,000 mile engine has not needed to be opened up even once, no "regular maintenance" head gaskets Hemi says are necessary, no transmission repairs or other items he claims are regular needed repairs. I think Chrysler engineers and ASE Certified mechanics know a lot more than a "mechanic" who is not certified or offers a written warranty.
Hemi loves to encourage people to use low octane fuel on a turbo engine so he can charge for repairs that would not have been needed if they used the proper fuel.
Rely on real professionals who write owners and service manuals and your cars will be a lot easier to keep on the road and will save you a lot of time and money.
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Chris is using better quality gaskets, why make a project more difficult and time consuming than necessary? Why pay for a couple hours of needless labor when it can be done quickly and easily for less time and labor costs. Gaskets that are removed and reused can be stretched, torn or misshaped. May as well do it right and not have to worry about it again. TCA members at the meet were thrilled proper new valve cover gaskets, spark plug wires, clutches and pretty much everything else can be purchased for 16v engines now from the guys who race these cars and know how to work on the engines. 8v automatic to 8v manual shift cars can be converted for around $2,000 instead of $5,000 others have charged in the past. That will help our TCs survive and gain in value. Alan has been the best advocate for performance enhancements for our cars than anyone else, and is happy to pass on his knowledge. Let him know if you need assistance.
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The owner's manual, service manual and gas door all call for premium unleaded. It will provide your engine the with the proper octane to prevent knocking and not retard the timing which causes less miles per gallon. If you have high performance parts you HAVE to use premium fuel. For the $.20/gallon difference is it worth cheaping out and possibly causing engine damage? My main vehicle has 305,000 miles on it and I have never had to open up the engine for repairs. (I bought it new) I always use premium fuel and synthetic oil. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Some mechanics have to replace head gaskets and valves, but why waste money on that when you can prevent the problem from happening in the first place.
I say go for the premium and make your engine last longer..... YMMV
172 Chrysler TC by Maserati cars
3 Citroens
4 Chrysler Imperials and some other cars too.....
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Wonderful Day here in Walnut Creek for the TC America National meet. A little rain at the end of the afternoon after the tech team: Alan, Jerry, Bruce and myself were finished fixing all the owners issues. It's amazing how many cars have been previously worked on and not repaired correctly. Definitely among the best tech sessions and demonstration days in the 19 years Karleen has had the meets.
We got to witness the smell of nitrous and rubber when Alan was leaving the tech session back to the hotel..... That is one fast car!
Looking forward to photos from Alan and Kandee of the days activities.
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This is a typical issue when the transmission is replaced and the shop did not clip the wire to the transmission controller. Both Hemi and I have written articles in the TCA newsletter how to clip the wire to make the updated controller work properly. Takes about 5 minutes.
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We sell remanufactured antenna assemblies for $75 plus shipping.
My 1st TC I need some parts and tips
in Chrysler's TC by Maserati
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To remove the tone ring you just need a thin screw driver and tap it off. Keep on going around the ring so it does not bind. Both just slide off and on.
Your PPG paint code is on the underside of the hood, just above the ABS system.