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Old 11-13-2017, 11:30 PM   #5
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Re: My 70 c20 dies when put in gear

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Originally Posted by Lfisablst View Post
Replaced the vacuum lines and timing is at 8 degrees advanced. There are 2 screws on the carb. I tightened them completely then backed them out 2 turns. I have it idling at 1000 rpms. What do i need to check the vacuum at idle. Somebody told me i might need to change the torque converter if the cam is to big. I never heard of that before.
At what rpm did you check your timing?
If at 1000 rpm then the mechanical advance is already kicking in and your 8 degrees might actually be zero or less.
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