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Old Oct 18, 2021 | 05:28 PM
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I have found that threaded bolts like your pic leak vacuum. at least plug it proper
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Old Oct 18, 2021 | 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Johnnyracer
I should start a new "Hello" thread....
Nice Car Johnny!

Yeah, the aircleaner hose is that way because the prior owner got tired of reconnecting it every time he pulled the aircleaner. LAZY SOB!

Run manifold vacuum on the car when warm.... 17-21" HG

Welcome to the CE world. Do you have good docs on the mileage?

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Old Oct 18, 2021 | 06:51 PM
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Default ra​​​​​​​m air flapper!

Originally Posted by Johnnyracer
Thanks! I'm not really gonna worry about it then...
Ram air flapper must operate if the thermostatic air cleaner is closed...baby's gotta Breathe!

I actually verified its operation (Ram air) then rebuilt it to new condition and bagged it and tagged it, removed! I'm in AZ I need cold air ALLATIME!

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