Author Topic: Tuning with a vacuum gauge  (Read 1537 times)

Offline Seff

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Tuning with a vacuum gauge
« on: May 29, 2015, 06:20:58 AM »
Hi
Is it possible to tune with a vacuum gauge? For example, I have a vacuum gauge hooked up and can see a difference when driving at 70 kmh in forth or fifth gear - 1700 or 1000 RPM respectively.

The primary rods are controlled by vacuum, does that mean I should always go for max vacuum, no matter the RPMs? Or does higher RPMs mean more air moved, and thus more fuel consumed? I'm at a loss.

Engine info:
Engine: Olds 380 stroker 9.5:1, roller cam, Ebrock performer RPM intake, stock 7a heads with 2" intake valves and a bowl blend port job. HEI off a 403 Olds connected to ported vacuum, set to 19 btdc initial timing.
Carb: 17057253 rebuilt for the old engine, a stock '71 Olds 350 8.5:1. Currently has Third Recipe idle system modifications. Slight stumble off idle when cold.