A little advice needed please.....

[Jerry]

I know what it looks like, I know how it works and I know what it does but I don't know what it's called in Canadian speak! I went to Lordco and the guy behind the counter couldn't help. I even drew him a sketch!

Can any one in tech land help me?

 

On my 2.8 V6 - There is a little air powered widget on the front of the engine by the carburetter that opens the throttle and accelerates the engine a little when you turn the steering wheel so the power steering doesn't stall the motor if your idling, what's it called? I call things like this an "Actuator" but that got me nowhere. I need to buy a new one as mine is seized and can only get it if the bloke in Lordco knows what I'm talking about! :doh:

 

Thanks guys :cheers:

[HOrnbrod]

Pretty sure you are referring to the throttle solenoid, p/n 83502116.

[Jerry]

Pretty sure you are referring to the throttle solenoid, p/n 83502116.

Appreciate that Hornbrod, and a p/n too! :thumbsup: I give that a try.

[Jerry]

hmmmm? I'm still drawing blanks at Lordco so I've removed it for a pic. Is this definitely a throttle solenoid? It's appears to be vacuum driven.

[BLHTAZ]

The part you have pictured is called a Throttle Actuator and is part number 83501026. Unfortunately, discontinued by Chrysler...

 

The part number that Don posted is a similar part, but it's for a 2.5L engine, not the 2.8L ;)

[Jerry]

Oooooookay (said in a slightly concerned & bemused tone). So 'Oh' founts of MJ knowledge :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

Where might I go from here? Are there any sources of discontinued parts? Is my only choice a used part? Could I get a unit that is similar and make it fit?

Thanks guys :thumbsup:

[BLHTAZ]

I tried a couple aftermarket resources that I know of including Rock Auto, but come up with nothing. You may be left with trying to find a used one that still works. :wall:

[Jerry]

OK, thanks BLHTAZ. Looks like i'll be heading for the breakers yard then :cheers:

[jtdesigns]

Would that part be one used in S-10's, Fiero's, and Camro's (??)

 

Pretty much these engine's