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Proper Vacuum Gauge Reading

Posted: Thu Oct 18, 2018 12:34 pm
by xd2200
On my M37 I connected vacuum gauge directly to the intake manifold. I got a reading of 15 inches (with a flutter of 1 inch.) As best as I could tell by searching the archives, this reading is too low (i.e., should be at least 17 inches.) I believe retarded timing could cause a low number. Are there any other possible causes?

Re: Proper Vacuum Gauge Reading

Posted: Thu Oct 18, 2018 3:12 pm
by just me
Timing,
Carburetor
Leaky gaskets
Valve adjustment
Bad valve
Low compression
Etc.