Switched coil packs?Rough idle!
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Switched coil packs?Rough idle! I did a few searches and came up with some info...but first, I recently finished up the engine and got it running but it is very rough and shakes, then jolts once in awhile. Doesnt look or sound very healthly! When i searched i found a thread about someone switching the coil packs to the opposite sides after a header install by accident, and had a rough idle and the same symptoms. Is it worth it to switch them to see if it humbles down a bit? Could it be vacuum leaks and what not?Its not a stock cam, its 224,228 .581,.588 and i have no clue how its supposed to run 
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Thanks, Dave
.Thanks, Dave
Dave not an expert with cams, but I am sure someone will jump in who is.
However, no matter what cam you have, it should smooth out at some rpm and not miss, jump, or stumble.
If it does, I would check that your ignition wires are fully seated on both the coil and plugs ends, any broken plugs, etc.
As far as vacuum leak, put a gauge on it and see. High and steady needle should be at idle. Not knowing your cam, it alone could cause a low vacuum at idle.
Its usually the simple things that cause the majority of problems.
Good luck.
However, no matter what cam you have, it should smooth out at some rpm and not miss, jump, or stumble.
If it does, I would check that your ignition wires are fully seated on both the coil and plugs ends, any broken plugs, etc.
As far as vacuum leak, put a gauge on it and see. High and steady needle should be at idle. Not knowing your cam, it alone could cause a low vacuum at idle.
Its usually the simple things that cause the majority of problems.
Good luck.
