Mechanic hints...
#21
When starting a project(especially a complicated one), take lots pictures before and during for reference in case you run into a snag when putting back together. Super easy to do with technology now. Plus you can share with us later after you're finished.
Great thread!
Great thread!
#22
Better Way For Finding Engine Vacuum Leaks:
I have seen several suggestions here for spraying different chemicals on hoses and their connections to see if the engine's idle will speed up. Brake cleaner can make a mess, can stain paint, and is flammable. Carb cleaner can do the same as brake cleaner, but it can actually blister or remove paint. And starting fluid (ether) is more flammable yet. Do you really want to go spraying flammable liquids on your running engine? You may just find (the hard way) that arcing spark plug wire you didn't know you had. Don't forget to have some marshmallows on hand then, to go with your carbeque!
Here's a better "trick". Take your propane torch, if you have one, and crack the valve on the tip open a just little to where you can hear the gas coming out-don't light it! Now slowly move the tip around to different hoses and connections that you want to test. Since propane is a gas, if there is a leak, the vacuum will suck it in and speed up your idle. The good part of this method is, you're not spraying toxic damaging crap all over your engine and bay.
I have seen several suggestions here for spraying different chemicals on hoses and their connections to see if the engine's idle will speed up. Brake cleaner can make a mess, can stain paint, and is flammable. Carb cleaner can do the same as brake cleaner, but it can actually blister or remove paint. And starting fluid (ether) is more flammable yet. Do you really want to go spraying flammable liquids on your running engine? You may just find (the hard way) that arcing spark plug wire you didn't know you had. Don't forget to have some marshmallows on hand then, to go with your carbeque!
Here's a better "trick". Take your propane torch, if you have one, and crack the valve on the tip open a just little to where you can hear the gas coming out-don't light it! Now slowly move the tip around to different hoses and connections that you want to test. Since propane is a gas, if there is a leak, the vacuum will suck it in and speed up your idle. The good part of this method is, you're not spraying toxic damaging crap all over your engine and bay.
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