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Old Jan 13, 2002 | 07:58 PM
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engine idles very rough

engine idles very rough and has some smoke. Any suggestions on possible fixes
It is a 87 with a 2.8. thanks
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Old Jan 13, 2002 | 10:08 PM
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From: Halifax, NS,Canada
Car: 1995 Z28
Engine: LT1
Transmission: Built 4L60E
Axle/Gears: 3.23's - Limited Slip
Where is TomP...

Well, If I were TomP, which I am not, I would ask you when was the last time your car recieved a complete tune-up?
If its been a while then check out this page. https://www.thirdgen.org/techbb2/sho...t=Major+Tuneup

Now I would say to try and tame down the rough idle buy checking your timing and see if it is set correctly. Then check for vacuum leaks.

The black smoke; I had my front crank seal go, it was $12 to replace and an hour of my time.
When it went it sprayed oil all over the exhaust, so I would see black smoke.
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