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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 11:06 PM
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From: Ontario, Canada
Car: 1982 Trans Am
Engine: 305 H.0
Transmission: th350
Axle/Gears: 3.73
q jet problem

i just put another q jet on my 82 t/a , the old one was screwed and i had a rebuilt one lying around so i changed it , but now my car will idle for a minute then the rpms will drop and it will die, is it the fast idle or choke?
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Old Apr 7, 2007 | 11:11 PM
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From: Yellowknife, NWT, Canada
Car: 84 Z28
Engine: 357
Transmission: TH-350C
Axle/Gears: 3.43
Re: q jet problem

Sounds like maybe the choke is stuck on and causing it to load up and stall.

Keep the air cleaner off and start up the car and watch to see if the choke opens up or if it stays shut.

If the choke never opens, check to make sure you have a FULL 12v on the choke wire! If so it may be a bummed out unit.
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Old Apr 8, 2007 | 09:14 PM
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Car: 1982 Trans Am
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Axle/Gears: 3.73
Re: q jet problem

the choke stays open i gotta adjust it , but i got the car running and driving , just having choke problems
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 11:40 AM
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Car: 1982 Trans-Am
Engine: 355 w/ ported 416s
Transmission: T10, hurst shifter
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt, true-trac, 3.73
Re: q jet problem

I know i've posted some detailed instructions on how to troubleshoot and adjust your choke.
If you want some tips try searching with my name and "choke", in the carb board. Should yield a few good threads.
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