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Old 11-13-2010, 04:05 PM   #22
raycow
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Re: Another fuel mileage debate...

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Originally Posted by propanemudtruck View Post
at what amount of vaccum? Do engines measure in inches water column like gas pressure?
Inches of mercury. Most stock engines with a mild cam will be able to pull about 18-20" at idle. I think the transmission vacuum switches are usually set to open somewhere around 4-6", but some of the aftermarket switches are adjustable.

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