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Old 09-24-2003, 10:05 PM
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dim when i get back on the gas. only does this why vehicle is moving.anyone ?????.grounds are all good and very clean.alt looks brand new and when motor was swapped we used a brand new engine harness.wtf
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Default Re: headlights get bright when i let off gas (GRAVEDIGGER)

dam, i dont know... does the alt belt slip after a certain rpm?
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Default Re: headlights get bright when i let off gas (shaun311)

Are you running a aftermarket ignition?
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no, car is 96 hatch,2000 b16,i/h/e.new cap,rotor,plugs,fuel filter,alt belt.new engine harness and i soldered all connections. used all oem honda parts to.could the alt belt be to tight???
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Default Re: headlights get bright when i let off gas (GRAVEDIGGER)

I don't think it has anything to do with the belt being to tite...maybe too loose but in that case you would hear it. Check the voltage output on the alternator.
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Default Re: headlights get bright when i let off gas (skunked)

Alternator not charging properly perhaps?
Old 09-25-2003, 09:55 PM
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Default Re: headlights get bright when i let off gas (Atuned2.2ccord)

noticed it happens when using the clutch and gas. not brakes . does not do it when the motor is cold.it kind of feels like the car is surging forward to.
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