MrBlah

So, instead of trying to figure out engine tuning and wiring with my first true engine build with the engine in the car, I've got it all on a test stand. Now, I've done lots of searching and learning of crap. I haven't found the answer to my current problems.

First off, here are specs:
Holley Carb, manual choke, mechanical secondaries.
355 small block chevy, open headers

So, first time firing up, choke closed, it ran with a high idle. I didn't have a look at the tach at the time, but it reduced in rpm and then died shortly there after. This same sort of thing happened a couple times and when ever I got my hands to the butterfly valves on the carb to open up the throttle, or choke it dies instantly. Also, if I try to start it with manual choke open, it won't start. Now, I think it has to do with little things with the carb, but I'd like to know if anyone can help me pinpoint it here.

Thanks

MrBlah

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