Recent content by MikeJM

I have studied up on how to hook up and read a vacuum gauge so I am now good with that. I also have determined that my engine should read between 16 and 20 pounds of mercury if things are tuned correctly and there are no vacuum leaks so my questions are answered. Thanks. I still would like to...

I am going to purchase a vacuum gauge at the auto parts store. I need help with how to hook up the gauge to read vacuum and what reading would be normal and what would indicate a vacuum leak. I know I have a vacuum line coming off the back center bottom of the rear carb. That line goes to...

I am looking for someone in South Texas who can help me correct the idle problem with my 1962 stock 409-409 engine with stock dual AFB carbs. Engine dies unless I keep my foot on the gas pedal and the clutch depressed when the car is not moving. Everything has been professionally rebuilt, I...