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    wont go above 55

    lright im looking at an mx3 on craigslist. its a 94. i believe has a 1.6 dohc. the guy sid the car runs fine. but it will not go above 55. im gonna call him back tonught to see if it cuts out or what it does when it reaches tha speed. help appreciated thanks

    #2
    Is it an automatic?

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      #3
      no sorry its 5 speed.

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        #4
        what RPM he is running at 55? is it really sluggish at lower speeds? What kind of mileage is it getting? I'm gunna guess timing is way off? Timing belt jumped?
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          #5
          Could also be as simple as a plugged catalytic converter.

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            #6
            ^^ i had a 97 aspire that had a plugged muffler and wouldn't go anywhere fast or over 45.
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              #7
              it got sold ight before i called.

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