[turbocharged89]

I have an 86 2.3 carbed and that thing will not idle right. I have to brake and gas it while coming to a stop and the thing diesels for about 20 seconds after shutting off. Although it does not always diesel but 8/10 it will. To start it I have to open my hood EVERY TIME and close the choke plate. The carb does have a small fuel seepage around base gasket and when I bought it did not have an air cleaner assembly. I have set timing but I know I hear pining when I accelerate only when warm. Any ideas or tips would really help me out fellas. Thank you!

[turboeeyore]

sounds like the cam timing is out, recheck the cam is aligned properly with the markings under the cam while the crank is at tdc, i'll put money on it that it's out a tooth, perfect time to change the timing belt, there around $25.

[turbocharged89]

Timing right on. Anyone know where to get different octane rods?