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Old 08-05-2026, 07:00 PM
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https://chatgpt.com/share/6a739f2c-2...c-e91ba17e970f
here's what GPT has to say... def. pull the DiSA and start there... mine made a very different sound much faster rattle when it failed but especially since that was a recent repair, it's good to check. when doing the repair, you did track down the little pin from the OE disa correct ?
The pin was still intact on the valve luckily - i was super careful about not dropping that thing.

Another thing I do want to mention when rebuilding the DISA valve. I noticed the metal clip that holds the vacuum pot lever to the bell crank was a little to low; giving the vacuum pot lever very little play to move up and down. I didn't know the instructions specifically stated not to do that before hand; the vacuum power lever needed a little play to move up and down the bellcrank lever. I was able to pry the metal ring up a little bit to allow for a little play but I didn't couldn't get enough of a grab to allow for more play without bending or breaking the damn thing. I believe thats the cause for the valve flap to drag a little when testing the diaphragm. I suspect driving it like this resulted in having this noise - im not sure yet.

here's a pic to describe what i'm talking about.

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Old 08-05-2026, 07:01 PM
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Pull the vacuum hose off the intake runner diverter. See if it stops. Check the intake rear vacuum plugs.
I guess I could try that. What would that pinpoint?
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Old 08-05-2026, 07:31 PM
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Oh: when i rebuilt mine, something didn't clear i needed to file something Britt before the flap moved full range.


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Old 08-06-2026, 07:15 AM
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I guess I could try that. What would that pinpoint?
Better yet, remove/loosen the oil cap. Does vacuum suction blow back or fluctuate?
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