1987 Nissan Stanza help

1987 NISSAN STANZA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MYLITTLEJEM
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The hose that comes from the air filter has a rip in it. I can't find the part anywhere so Im wondering can i duck tape it?
Feb 2, 2014 at 5:29 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Do whatever is necessary to seal that tube. All air going into the engine has to go through the mass air flow sensor to be measured for proper fuel metering. Even a small leak can cause a hesitation, stumble, or hard starting.

Check the salvage yards for a replacement tube. If you're anywhere between Ohio and southern Georgia, there is a real nice chain of yards called "Pull-a-Part". You can do an internet search of their inventory to see which yards have cars like yours.
Feb 2, 2014 at 5:54 PM