AIV hole in header

[sxtasy]

Yes you may, If you don't need to worry about emissions. I removed the AIV system completely in my '90 SOHC, but I live in Montana with no emission checks. I also romoved the EGR system and made a block-off plate for the intake manifold (I don't like exhaust gasses being pumped into my engine increasing combustion temperatures).

[240SX21]

so the EGR system is also just for emissions control?  because im having a problem with that one too.  i have the bolt that fits in the header opening for it, but i cant find a tube that bends the right way to connect to the pipe.  i was thinking about using Bondo or some sealant like that to seal off the holes.  do you think that would be a good idea?

[uiuc240]

definitely NOT bondo.  fire!

try JB Weld.  or do it right.  what hole are you plugging up?

Eric

[240SX21]

what's jb weld?  im definetly plugging up the hole on the header that the AIV tube is supposed to go into.  and i might also plug the EGR tube, but first i wanted to check that it wasnt neccessary for engine operation.  lmk, thanks.  i havent driven my car in a week & im starting to get desperate, as you can see by my Bondo suggestion.