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Old May 2, 2022 | 03:28 PM
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I'm looking for some knowledge as to the idle quality of an LT1 after performance parts and before a tune. I just finished installing AFR 195 heads, had my intake port matched, BBK 52mm throttle and 1.7 roller rocker arms installed over the OEM cam. It has not been tuned yet, but it is experiencing a back fire and idles like it has a choppy cam in it. Is this normal until it can be tuned or am I missing something?
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Vacuum leak?

Did you get the opti wet?
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No, the opti stayed dry, and I know a vacuum leak can cause a rough idle but I've never seen a vacuum leak cause popping in the exhaust. I appreciate the help. Guess I'll wait for a tune to see what happens.
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Have you verified that the spark plug wires are in proper sequence
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Originally Posted by FrankieD
Have you verified that the spark plug wires are in proper sequence
Yes, I checked all from the Opti to each plug (twice).
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