Thanks guys, I appreciate the responses and the information.
Beater, the transmission is the stock 4-speed but I have not checked for vacuum leaks, yet. The timing was done, using an adjustable light, by someone else while I was at work so I'm not sure but will find out. The engine runs strong, without missing, all the way through from initial accelleration to as many r's as I dare with plenty of throttle left to go.
M, I used a nanometer (seems to be what you're referring to but with a different name?) to balance the carbs; the linkage was disconnected, idle set to provide matching vacuum/air draw into the carbs and linkage re-connected. The gas pedal is free BUT THE LINKAGE IS AT TENSION WHEN THE CARBS ARE AT IDLE. THEY WILL NOT BE AT TENSION WHEN I GET HOME!
70, feeling good about the points at this time but will keep your comments in mind. Carbs are automatic choked. The desired idle, at operating temperature, is 800 RPM but I'm running 1000 - 1200 RPM
One of two other issues I'm exploring is finding out how much fuel pressure I have to the carbs. I've got two filters in the fuel line. I'll install a gauge port this week, will let you guys know the results. The other issue is switching from regular to high-test gas.
The real issue for me is trying out each of the changes one at a time so I can evaluate the results.
Thanks a lot!
Ted
