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2009-11-13 hard starting:

Remove a spark plug wire from a spark plug and hold the end about 1/2" away from the engine block. Have someone crank the engine. You should have a strong spark jumping from the wire to the engine. If

2009-11-08 vacuum hoses and carb adjustment:

You would want ported vacuum to the distributor, that's the port that has vacuum when you start to open the throttle and none at idle. If the engine speed is too low, adjust it to the proper RPM. If

2009-11-05 hard starting:

Did you install the Weber carburetor? It sounds like the engine is starving for fuel. Before starting it after it has sat for a while, look down the carburetor and operate the accelerator linkage. You

2009-11-03 66 amc dpl flashomatic transmission:

I feel your pain. It has been over 35 years since I pulled a starter on a 327. All I remember is it was a pain in the rear. It takes patience and once you get the bolt broken loose, 1/8 of a turn at a

2009-11-02 electronic ignition:

Gord, Need to know what year distributor you have. It is either a Prestolite or Motorcraft. Pull the distributor cap and see if you can tell which one it is. Also, tell me more about the control module