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Old May 12, 2025 | 02:27 PM
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Don't forget "BM" when your scare the "you know what" out of your passenger.
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Ok, thanks. Got'm all so far. I'll update when the suggestions stop coming in.
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Good list that is being compiled. Hopefully more will be added as others see this thread.
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Originally Posted by Zymurgy
We already have too many sticky threads. However, I did add a link to this thread in the Manuals, Reference Material, FAQs, DIY Threads sticky thread.
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Is that all? (btw, should be made a "sticky" here )

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TLA...Three Letter Acronym

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The overuse ofAcronyms in general has become annoying. We have become so lazy.
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These may or may not pertain to the C8.
DFCO - Deceleration fuel cut off
TPS - Throttle position sensor
MAP - Manifold air Pressure
MAF - Mass Airflow sensor
EGR - Exhaust Gas recirculation (not sure)


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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
The overuse ofAcronyms in general has become annoying. We have become so lazy.
While I was in the Air Force, they preached not to use them, but Government is the worst offender.
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Originally Posted by Red Sleeper
While I was in the Air Force, they preached not to use them, but Government is the worst offender.
They just didn't want you to use AF

Maybe we need a separate list for colors?
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Originally Posted by Kevin A Jones
The overuse ofAcronyms in general has become annoying. We have become so lazy.
That's "WHBSL".
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here is my list, just sharing ... you are welcome to merge with yours as well.
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Thanks, I will.
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Originally Posted by Carvin
They just didn't want you to use AF

Maybe we need a separate list for colors?
Here is my list. I hope it helps. It might need some updating, as I have not updated it in some time, especially for older generation.
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PDR around here may mean Performance Data Recorder, but in the rest of the automotive world where cars are made of metal and not plastic, it typically stands for Paintless Dent Removal.
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