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martingmc86

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I have an 86 GMC Sierra 5.0 I’ve noticed it idles kind of rough when stopped I replaced the spark plug to some acdelco rapid fires#1
 

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Im guessing its tbi? While engine running unplug coolant temperature sensor and see if it runs better [considering it don't die right away lol]
 

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It’s broken and I can’t find the correct one
Im guessing its tbi? While engine running unplug coolant temperature sensor and see if it runs better [considering it don't die right away lol]
 

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an 86 should be carb if still stock
Yes it’s it’s 100% stock with a brand new original carb I found a carb 0 miles from a GM plant that was throwing away new parts
 

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Is it running rich? Loading up?
I tried adjusting the air/fuel mix screws it felt better but I still feeling a little rough I did a vacuum smoke test and no leaks detected
 

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Does it still have cat? Any exhaust leaks?
 

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Does it still have cat? Any exhaust leaks?
Yes still does original ones Im not sure of any exhaust leaks only the cat does look like it might have a leak when I hit it with a rubber hammer it releases dust in the middle of the cat
 

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