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Old 04-06-2013, 10:10 PM
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I have a 1996 A4 2.8l that when it gets to operating temp bogs down after 1/4 throttle and also pops out the exhaust when you let off the throttle. Only mod is cold air intake. HELP it has got me puzzled beyond belief!
 
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Old 04-07-2013, 11:07 AM
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Sounds like mild misfiring. Try changing out your plugs and inspect your vacuum lines for rips/breaks. New plugs should be gapped about .040".
 
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Old 04-07-2013, 01:26 PM
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^ what he said. When was the last time you changed the plugs?
 
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Old 04-07-2013, 01:47 PM
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Haven't changed them yet. I just got this car a month ago for $250 because it needs a new tranny ( no 4th gear and its Quattro ). That will definatly be the next thing I do. It just puzzles me because it runs real strong until it gets warm. Someone else thought it might be cat or resonator, does this sound like it might be something too?
 
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