Rough/Unstable Idle: Carbureted
- Ensure idle adjustment is correct.
- Ensure sufficient secondary spark is available.
- Ensure there are no vacuum leaks.
- Verify vacuum hose routing is correct.
- Ensure fast idle adjustment is correct.
- Check vacuum choke break diaphragm.
- Ensure fuel level is at specified mark on carburetor sight glass.
- Check PCV operation by clamping hose shut. If problem discontinues, replace PCV valve.
- Check EGR operation.
- Verify ignition timing is correct.
- Briefly remove spark plug wires individually to determine if problem can be isolated.
- Verify mixture control solenoid operation is correct.
- Check thermostatic air cleaner operation.
- Check for fuel percolation.