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Old 01-13-2009, 06:42 PM   #1
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whats the difference from an LB3 and LA3? I got a auto TC but want to keep my manual will it work or should i get something for a manual
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lb3 is the auto version of the la3. it ought to work just the same.
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The idle will change depending on the clutch position if you use the LB3 with a stick. Otherwise they're the same.

Then there's the 8UA, which was used in 88 TC's with autos. The pinout is the same and I think the tune is the same too.
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Old 01-14-2009, 07:38 PM   #4
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i figured the difference would be slim just wanted to check thanks
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