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The way I understand the VCT system on some of our cars it is kinda like a baby and not as effective or advanced vtec, in the sence that it advances timing. I was wondering if there are any people here that have come up a mod for the solenoid. to advance the timing faster/ farther anything. thanks

Originally posted by mystiqual:
The way I understand the VCT system on some of our cars it is kinda like a baby and not as effective or advanced vtec, in the sence that it advances timing. I was wondering if there are any people here that have come up a mod for the solenoid. to advance the timing faster/ farther anything. thanks

Can't. The VCT RETARDS the timing under deceleration for emissions purposes.

kinda getting off topic, but why is the 98+ zetec with VCT not as good as the pre 98? everyone i always ragging on the 98+...what ways do the two engines differ, for good and bad?

Originally posted by mystiquevltwin:
kinda getting off topic, but why is the 98+ zetec with VCT not as good as the pre 98? everyone i always ragging on the 98+...what ways do the two engines differ, for good and bad?

The only thing that sucked for me was trying to install cam gears. Other than that just one more thing to break (and it will).

Originally posted by LocoGSR:
just one more thing to break (and it will).

it will?!?!...whatchu talkin bout hector?? is it inevitable or something that happenes with hard driving....and how hard/expensive is it to fix?!?!

jeez...gettin me all worried now haha

Had to replace mine. Part itself cost $400.

It is just as hard as doing a timing belt change (that is part of the process). The solenoid sits over the exhaust cam.

i yanked one off a contour at a junkyard, cost $20

it was for a car we sold at work (garage/used car lot)