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8/7/11, 08:57 AM
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engine hesitation
I am wondering if this is normal and if anyone else has noticed the slight hesitation between 2500-2800 rpm. Once at 3k rpm the car feels fine. If I hold the throttle at about 2800 rpm I can feel this hesitation more constant. It is almost like engine braking is happening even though I haven't let off on the gas.
8/7/11, 10:42 AM
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Commonly referred to as "trailer-hitching" in the tuner world, and yes, mine does it too. Frankly, I don't think Ford got the tuning 100% right for *perfect* driveability... a very small price to pay for the overall performance we did get! Don't worry, it's "normal".
8/7/11, 11:42 AM
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I've felt the same when going full out from a stop. Glad I ain't the only one. Noticed you're from Raleigh--I'm in Orange County--seen any other Bosses around the Triangle? I haven't. Cheers on your color choice.
8/7/11, 12:16 PM
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I am wondering if this is normal and if anyone else has noticed the slight hesitation between 2500-2800 rpm. Once at 3k rpm the car feels fine. If I hold the throttle at about 2800 rpm I can feel this hesitation more constant. It is almost like engine braking is happening even though I haven't let off on the gas.
I have the same issue with mine. It is most noticeable when the engine is cold and the AC is on.
8/7/11, 01:03 PM
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it's the AC, mine does that and i have to run AC all the time in the summer, the car feels like it misses each time the AC comp cycles, turn off the AC and it goes away.
8/7/11, 01:49 PM
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That is good to know. I was about to take it in to have it checked. It will be nice to compare it when trackey is available.
8/7/11, 01:52 PM
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Likewise on your color and how appropriate it is to have the color to match your county. No, I have not seen any Boss's around here. I guess they are garage kept.
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8/8/11, 07:07 PM
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A daily driver it is and I wouldn't have it any other way. I do have a Ford Fusion which I take on trips,shopping malls,etc. The Ms. drives that one.
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