Carbon Buildup Problems

[joeymarkgraf]

Hey folks,

I just finished pulling off my stock intake manifold to put on an aftermarket one, and I've discovered quite a bit of carbon buildup. (Thats what I think it is anyway.) I've been trying to clean up as much of it as possible, but It seems to be quite heavy inside one of the intake ports, which is circled in red. It this going to cause me any huge problems? It seems like it could be a result of worn rings, but I only know enough to be dangerous to myself...

Will it be ok to use my shop vac and a screwdriver to chip as much of it off as possible? I'm not looking to spend the $ on rebuilding the engine, but I'd like to do as much as I can while I have it out of the pickup and in my garage.


Any help is appreciated!