Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake.
also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes......