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Old 09-10-2020, 09:02 PM   #10
GB SISSON
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Default Re: She looks good but she doesn’t run so good

Intake manifold leak? They don't idle with a leak, but run ok. Check base of carb, manifold gasket, hoses including the vac hose to the wiper. Check with brake cleaner or unlit propane torch.
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