318 Idle issues

Dartswinger70 said

Just remember the basics Spark, fuel, timing , internal engine damage/malfunction will keep an engine from not running, once it is running use your tools, timing light vacuum guage DVOM etc. and use a process of elimination. Take notes if you have to. Same applies to fuel injection its just that youd throw a code scanner in on your list of tools. Oh and teh tools are unlimited Im thinking about a broadband setup for tuning carbs I want to add that into my arsenal...

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Yes, the scanner is a must have tool for the 98' and up cars now. Even with the scanner it does tell you how to fix the problem, it will tell you what's not working correctly, so now you need to find out the reason. I go down the check list and check out all the possibilities, usually with an OHM meter, so not to buy something I don't need. Our old cars not charging, is not always a bad alternator, it could be a loose belt, regulator gone bad or even a bad wire. Trial and error!!!!