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Oct 1, 2010 | 09:07 PM

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metropolis909

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the computer. at work we ended up changing it because it got wet sumhow.

Oct 2, 2010 | 08:55 AM

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bayside

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did that get rid of the ping

Oct 2, 2010 | 08:19 PM

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yes because we tried everything... new o2 sensors, coil packs plugs alll the filters 93 octane and alot of additives.. finaly replaced the computer....

Oct 3, 2010 | 09:23 AM

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bayside

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where did you get it-at a junk yard-and how much--did they have to program it or anything?

Oct 3, 2010 | 09:53 AM

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One of the main reasons for ping is carbon build-up on the plugs and walls of the cylinders. The carbon deposits heat up enough to ignite the fuel air mixture before the plug fires.