Tune-up

Hey Buddy,
Sounds like you have everything under control. What did you gap the plugs at? Like 35 on a feeler guage?? I have never used a torque wrench on the plugs. Most likely not correct but I snug them and give the ratchet one extra little nudge. One thing though. If you put new plugs on the car did you leave the little washers on them? This sometimes will create a little leakage by the drool tubes. I cut mine off. The plug seals better that way. On the carb. Have you adjusted the fuel mixture screw? I know you had a carb issue and work was done but if that is not adjusted right the idle will be rough. I do mine by ear and turn the screw all the way in until it seats, (no forcing here) and then back it out 2 1/2 turns and just tweak it a 1/4 turn a so either way to get a smooth idle. Another trick is to lightly spray some starting fluid or carb cleaner around the base of the carb and by vaccum lines etc. If there is any leaks the idle will drop or rise depending which you have sprayed. Another trick is to get a fantastic bottle and fill it with water. At night spray the plug wires a little while the car idles and look ar arcs in the plug wires. Have you replaced the intake/exhaust gasket? Another possible issue. There is still other things but this should keep you busy for awhile. By the way, looking at two Fridays from now getting out to Mickey Ds on 132. Like to meet u with you there!!
chas.