Finding vacuum leaks
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=Propane method= | =Propane method= | ||
| − | #Get a soldering | + | #Get a soldering propane tank and valve attachment. |
#Unscrew the end of it so you have a threaded pipe without the nozzle. | #Unscrew the end of it so you have a threaded pipe without the nozzle. | ||
#Attach a 2 foot piece of hose to the end. | #Attach a 2 foot piece of hose to the end. | ||
#Start the engine and let it warm up a bit. | #Start the engine and let it warm up a bit. | ||
#Turn on the propane and run the hose all aroung the vacuum lines and the bottom of the carb. | #Turn on the propane and run the hose all aroung the vacuum lines and the bottom of the carb. | ||
| − | #If the engine | + | #If the engine smoothes out or revs up a bit, you have found your leak. |
PLEASE do this in a well ventilated area due to propane gas and exhaust fumes!! | PLEASE do this in a well ventilated area due to propane gas and exhaust fumes!! | ||
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