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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 04:53 PM
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Need help...Engine vibrating at idle

I have a Camaro RS 1991 V8 TBI-Automatic Transmission, recently I started having strange problem. I can feel the engine vibrate while applying break and the shifter at D or R position (for example waiting at traffic light) and the rpm starts shaking and going below 900-rpm and as if the car will turn off. While driving the car I don't feel any thing. only at idl speed.
I replaced spark plugs but did not have any effects.
I only drive my car once every week and most of time kept in the garage.
Is it something to do with Fuel system or electrical system?
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 05:16 PM
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Re: Need help...Engine vibrating at idle

Check for vacuum leaks. Idle should be low, around 550rpms for a stock TBI 305 in gear.
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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 05:33 PM
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Re: Need help...Engine vibrating at idle

Originally Posted by camaronewbie
Check for vacuum leaks. Idle should be low, around 550rpms for a stock TBI 305 in gear.

Thanks for reply, in simple language (as I have fair knowledge) how to do that to locate the vacuum leaks? if something need to be replaced, what should I buy?

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Old Jul 14, 2010 | 05:40 PM
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Re: Need help...Engine vibrating at idle

Check vacuum lines for cracks/breaks. Grab a can of brake cleaner and while engine is running, spray around intake and anywhere vacuum lines connect - if idle changes when sprayed, that's a leak. Brake cleaner less combustible and volatile than carb cleaner - but be careful with either!
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