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Old 11-02-2009, 06:09 PM
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So how is the best way to find a vacuum leak?? My tuner says that is most likely my problem. It has a hard time idleing. And it seems to have happened after I installed the injectors. I made my own spacers, maybe I made one too tall, I dont know. Any clue what to do?? it may be something else, idk
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pour water on the intake where it meets the head while you have the engne running. You will be able to tell if you have one, by the misfire getting worse or hearing a gurgling sound.
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Thats a stupid idea.

Use some sort of starting fluid and spray around where you suspect a leak. If there is a leak, the idle should change quickly.
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Originally Posted by 00ChevyScott
Thats a stupid idea.

Use some sort of starting fluid and spray around where you suspect a leak. If there is a leak, the idle should change quickly.
I will DEFINETELY try this, thanks Scott!!
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Carb/choke cleaner works well for this also. Don't use brake/parts cleaner.
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Originally Posted by AKlowriderZ71
Carb/choke cleaner works well for this also. Don't use brake/parts cleaner.
You remember what happened LAST time with the carb cleaner and the mower, right??? lol
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Originally Posted by 00ChevyScott
Thats a stupid idea.

Use some sort of starting fluid and spray around where you suspect a leak. If there is a leak, the idle should change quickly.
Why exactly is water a stupid idea you little ****??? Same thing happens when water finds the leak, as starting fluid. and its free!!
You know you always got some smart *** answers for stuff. Works good for me and all the guys I know... assclown!
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Originally Posted by Grumpy5.3
pour water on the intake where it meets the head while you have the engne running. You will be able to tell if you have one, by the misfire getting worse or hearing a gurgling sound.
+1 - I prefer this method as it doesn't use chemicals that harm ruuber/paint.
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I wouldn't use water either.
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Originally Posted by AKlowriderZ71
I wouldn't use water either.
1 good reason why????? please, tell me how it is stupid?


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