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2.8 carburated v6 what should my idle rpm be??

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Apr 24, 2002 | 08:12 PM

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From: toronto

Car: 84 camaro berlinetta

2.8 carburated v6 what should my idle rpm be??

its driving me nuts i have it at about 900 rpm but if i have to come to a quick stop ..i stall??? any help would be great thanx

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Apr 24, 2002 | 08:52 PM

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From: Orange, CT, USA

Car: 1983 Pontiac Firebird

Engine: 400HP 350

Transmission: 700R4

Axle/Gears: 3.42

900-1000 rpms are idle for a carb.

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Apr 28, 2002 | 03:16 AM

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Mine idles at 750 really smooth no stalling ever

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