Engine Racing at times

[MPDano]

Last week I had an issue with my engine sometimes racing and coming back to idle very slowly. At first I thought it was a vacuum leak and decided to put clamps on my Decel Valve since I haven't put clamps on it since I replaced the hoses, it was impossible to do with the Spider Legs still attached. I ended up removing 3 legs to get the job done.

Started it up and same problem, but I noticed that it was only when I used the accelerator pedal and not when I blipped it from the throttle body.

It ended up being my Accelerator Cable was frayed inside, which is why I was getting a scrapping noise when pushing on the pedal with key off. I ordered a $70 cable and will be installing it on Saturday. Being 928less for the past week was harsh on the body and mind.

Here are some pics. I also noticed there are 2 other ways you can mount your Accelerator Pedal (floor mounting screws), anyone know what it would accomplish if I used the holes closer to the seat?

[Danglerb]

I think all the pedals may have some adjustment for distance, this could be handy if your legs get shorter.

[MPDano]

It actually changes the angle of the pedal, but was wondering if anyone has experimented with the different mounting positions.

[XLR8928]

Leo, If your engine was racing, does that mean you have a Racing Engine? OK, bad pun.
-K

[MPDano]

Drum Roll Please!!!!!!!!!!! Ha ha, I did get me new Cable an hour ago but waiting for it to stop raining. It's never supposed to rain in Southern California!

[XLR8928]

Originally Posted by MPDano

Drum Roll Please!!!!!!!!!!! Ha ha, I did get me new Cable an hour ago but waiting for it to stop raining. It's never supposed to rain in Southern California!

Raining here too, (SUX). I just R&R'd the starter in my rig, turns out, my new autozone "gold" starter is somewhat intermittant. Solenoid kicks out, but only fires the starter after 2 or three tries. Oh well, lifetime warranty I guess. Just hate crawling under the damn thing twice. Que sara sara.
-K