Finding vacuum leaks

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(added quick vacuum leak check and method for detecting internal vacuum leak)
(Vacuum gauge method (internal))
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#Disconnect/remove the primary wire between the coil and distributor.
 
#Disconnect/remove the primary wire between the coil and distributor.
 
#Adjust the idle screw so the throttle plate in the carburetor is completly closed.
 
#Adjust the idle screw so the throttle plate in the carburetor is completly closed.
#Remove PVC, breathers, and all vacuum ports on carburetor/manifold and seal openings with plugs/tape.
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#Remove PCV, breathers, and all vacuum ports on carburetor/manifold and seal openings with plugs/tape.
 
#Connect vacuum gauge to a manifold vacuum source.
 
#Connect vacuum gauge to a manifold vacuum source.
 
#Have assistant crank engine while you read vacuum.
 
#Have assistant crank engine while you read vacuum.

Revision as of 01:22, 1 August 2010

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