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Old 11-18-2013, 06:03 PM   #17
theredmeadow
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Re: adjust idle speed without tach

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Originally Posted by DT1 View Post
I agree. That is how my PCV is installed. A vacuum gauge is inexpensive and in my opinion, a "Must" for fine tuning. With the exception of a mild RV cam and a few Carburetor mods, my engine is stock. I'm sort of fanatic when it comes to tuning. I'm happy when I can pull up to a light and can't feel the engine running. I've even gone as far as placing a glass of water on the air cleaner and adjusting the idle screws until the ripples almost disappear.
that's exactly how I am! Thats what I'm going for, to pull up and at idle I hardly feel the engine running. I've adjusted the idle lower but at some lights I'll feel it, almost like it's knocking and then other times I can hardly feel it. any tips?
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