throttlebodies

1. tommythegun L-plater Joined: Oct 2010 Devon/ Teignmouth TQ149UJ Posts: 79 saxo vts

   #1 25th November 2010, 22:26

   im no michanic and and is realy clueless to what throttle boddies are/do? can some1 please explain this to me, cheers!
2. vtr_chris90 Established Member Joined: Jun 2008 nuneaton Posts: 1796 LY R26

   #2 25th November 2010, 22:28

   http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=236140
3. Paulp Super Moderator Joined: Aug 2007 Lancashire Posts: 14256 Astra VXR + 1989 Astra GTE

   #3 25th November 2010, 22:43

   If you were premium you could view this very good detailed guide about throttle bodies
   http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=320247
   
   Well worth buying membership.
4. KamRacing Saxperience Addict Joined: Nov 2006 A farm shed in Aylesbury Posts: 14916 Corolla AE86 Peugeot 205 B18C (in bits)

   #4 25th November 2010, 23:45

   basically each cylinder can get the maximum air and fuel without scavenging from the others. Improving engine efficiency.
5. Richy_Rich Established Member Joined: Sep 2008 Sidcup/Notts Posts: 1484 106 Gti

   #5 25th November 2010, 23:52

   They make one of the best noises avaible for these small cars.
   
   As above, they provide each cylinder with a steady flow of air.