idle RMP's
#1
idle RMP's
What should I set my idle to. I have a 289 manual with a agressive cam. It was set to 800. I installed a vintage AIR a/c kit in it. The A/C man set the idle to almost 1000. It drips down when the A/C is running but when it is off and the choke is open it is almost 1000. I think it is too high. Should I set the idle speed with the A/C running or off and what should it be?
#3
RE: idle RMP's
Mine is set to 750 with AC on and about 950-1000 with AC off. Much less and it stalls with the AC on, but that is going to be different for every engine depending on the cam specs and carb size.
#4
RE: idle RMP's
Might be able to adapt a later model A/C solenoid to open the throttle a little when the a/c compressor is running....
Something I might need to consider for the 66 once I get the a/c up and running.
Something I might need to consider for the 66 once I get the a/c up and running.
#7
RE: idle RMP's
http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_...hun_perf.shtml
go down untin you see idle compensator kit. im guessing thats what you want
go down untin you see idle compensator kit. im guessing thats what you want
#9
RE: idle RMP's
ORIGINAL: urban_cowboy
I am not familar with the A/C solenoid...What does it do? I assume itopens the throttle some when theA/C is on...?
I am not familar with the A/C solenoid...What does it do? I assume itopens the throttle some when theA/C is on...?