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2.8 carburated v6 what should my idle rpm be??

   
Old Apr 24, 2002 | 08:12 PM
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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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Old Apr 24, 2002 | 08:52 PM
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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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Old Apr 28, 2002 | 03:16 AM
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Mine idles at 750 really smooth no stalling ever
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