I'm trying to get the accelerator pedal to feel right, which to me means fairly light pressure and no sticking. I was working on it a long time ago and ended up clipping one of the return springs. This makes it lighter, but maybe too light, like the engine vacuum can hold the throttle open a bit in some cases. It also seems a tad unsafe. Also, I notice that from dead idle at a stop, it's a bit sticky like you need to gun it a little to break it loose. It's not excessive, but a little annoying.
My questions:
1) Anyone ever heard of lighter return springs? It would be ideal to have two springs, but lighter than factory.
2) Can I replace the springs myself anyway? What's involved in getting the shaft out?
3) Does the sticking necessarily indicate worn bushings or something like that, or does the design rely on proper lubrication? I surfed around and saw no reference to lubrication of throttle bodies.
My questions:
1) Anyone ever heard of lighter return springs? It would be ideal to have two springs, but lighter than factory.
2) Can I replace the springs myself anyway? What's involved in getting the shaft out?
3) Does the sticking necessarily indicate worn bushings or something like that, or does the design rely on proper lubrication? I surfed around and saw no reference to lubrication of throttle bodies.
