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Old Nov 20, 2024 | 01:32 PM
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Hello,
I'm totally new and not at all experienced. I'm just starting the restoration of my 1982 C3 corvette. Under the air filter I have this box that was added to the TPS sensor. Does anyone know what it's for?
What is this green led box ?
What is this green led box ?

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Old Nov 20, 2024 | 03:14 PM
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That device is "Supposed" to give you more advanced timing and was sold at Mid-America back in the 1990's. If I recall correctly it was mounted in line with the TPS near the throttle body.

I have one identical to the one in the picture as it was on my C4 when I bought it. The green LED just means that it "is" working. I have tested with and without and there is little difference between the two.

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Old Nov 20, 2024 | 05:42 PM
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Thank you for the answer, it's help a lot.
On mine the LED is no more lighting, I will try with and without to see if there is a difference.
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Just unplug it and change nothing
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Old Nov 28, 2024 | 04:27 PM
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I too have a “what is this” question
c3 ‘78 with the L48 motor.
as you can see one of the two tips is broken


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