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Old Jun 17, 2014 | 02:24 PM
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Smile 1972 Olds 442 Convertible

my car won't idle have to keep foot on accelerator to keep it running or it dies
Old Jun 17, 2014 | 03:28 PM
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Welcome to C0. You have come to the right spot for advice. Lots of knowledge here. More info would be helpful. What engine? Did this problem just start? Is it original or modified? Anything you can add would be helpful to the experts.
Old Jun 18, 2014 | 06:23 AM
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Moved thread to New Members Forum. Welcome to CO and good luck.
Old Jun 18, 2014 | 07:00 AM
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Welcome to the site, by the way we do like pictures. Have you checked the normal things in your tune specs? When did it start having problems, what did you do last. Also need some info on what mods were done to the engine, what carb and distributor?
Old Jun 18, 2014 | 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by stonefield
my car won't idle have to keep foot on accelerator to keep it running or it dies
When was the last time it was tuned up?
Is it driven much or stays in the garage?
We need more info.
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