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    Possible Idea for Stalling Problem-77 New Yorker

    I have been thinking quite a bit about my Chrysler's drivability problem, and after some time, I have come up with a few ideas. For context, it currently runs pretty good with the throttle open, but it has substantial off idle troubles, with stumbles and backfires. This is especially bad after...
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    Thermoquad Vacuum Port Questions

    Good Afternoon, As shown in the picture below, this new tq has quite a few vacuum ports. Which one is for vacuum advance, and what are the others for? Including the bizarre one on the 45 degree angle. I know the large on in the middle is for the PCV. Thanks, 77newyorker440
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    Finally Converting the Lean-Burn: Final Checklist

    Good Morning Guys, I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!! My Chrysler unfortunately did not, as all of the sudden, it has begun running extremely poorly, backfiring, bucking, and stalling constantly. Due to this, I think it is time to get rid of the lean-burn system...
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    A Few Fuel Pump Questions Before Installation

    Hey guys, I have some questions for you all about the Carter Fuel Pump before I go ahead and install it. 1) Should the lever on one side of the pump move? Cause mine moves maybe 1/2 of a millimeter total with small force applied to it (I did not want to break it, just see if it moves). 2)...
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    Cracked Fuel Pump

    Good Afternoon, Recently my dad and I took the Chrysler out for a ride and noticed a wet spot both on top of and below the fuel pump. At first, we presumed it was the rubber around the filter so we replaced that, but we took it our again and it was still wet. Then, much to my...
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    Setting Timing On a Lean-Burn

    Hey guys, I am currently working on learning how to set timing while my carb is out with @Dana, and I wanted to check some things with you guys. 1. What does the lean-burn do to timing? I have heard that it retards the timing when you accelerate but are there any other effects? 2. A friend...
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    Lean Burn Carb Idle Problems-Help Needed

    Hey guys, I am in need of your all's help and knowledge. The New Yorker is at Carlisle and is having some idle/driveability issues. It just started on this trip up but got progressively worse today. Here is the problem: When you just slightly tap the gas, it stalls out completely...
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    Terrible Start Up Sound and Oil Issues-Advice Needed (77 440 NYB)

    Good Evening Guys, Since I have owned the car (June 26th, 2020), my 1977 Chrysler New Yorker has had many issues, however, two have persisted through my entire ownership. 1. As you can hear in the YouTube videos linked below when I start up the car, it has this horrible squealing noise...
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    1977 440 Redline?

    Hey guys, Does anyone know what the redline or max revs in a 1977 440 V8 is? I am looking at buying a new carb and replacing the Lean Burn, and I read somewhere that the redline was 3600, but that seems way too low to me. Thanks, 77newyorker440
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    440 Lean Burn

    Hello, Since the last time I posted: Fixed Speedometer Cable, new trans filter, fluid, and pan. So I have a 77 New Yorker with the 440, and mine still has the stock Lean Burn System. My goal for this car is to have medium 440 performance but keep the luxury look of the car, so it will...
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