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Expert: - 11/9/2009


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Thanks for answering my last question. 1966 Ford Mustang 6cyl, 200, 1bl. How do I adjust the carburetor fuel/air mixer and what tool is around to check the engine RPM (no Gauge insatlled). The engine is now running after rebuilding the carburetor.

Answer
Most auto parts stores sell tachometers that when connected to the ignition coil will measure RPM. Latch on to a Motor's Auto Repair Manual and it will have all of the specifications for your car. They are all over E Bay in the $10.00 plus postage range. Get a 1967 dated book, because the 1966 will only have advance limited information. You will also then have a complete manual for your car that will also contain repair procedures.
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Expertise

All automotive including antique and collectible. However if the car has been modified I can only answer in general terms and maybe get you pointed in the right direction.

Experience

Automotive tech instructor. Syndicated auto columnist 1970's though the early 1990's. Syndicated auto radio talk show, Ask Brad About cars, CBS Radio 70's through 90's TV Show "Last Chance Garage" 1980's PBS-TV syndicated. Auto instructor for the following companies: Fram Autolyte Holly Carter AMF Ford Motor University Of Conn Blue Hills Technical School Sugar River Technical Center Grew up in a family garage in Needham Mass and turned wrenches from the age of 14.

Publications
Manchester Union Leader, Nashua Telegraph, Motor Service Magazine, Yankee Magazine, Popular Mechanics (Saturday Mechanic early 80's), Los Angeles Times, New York Times, and lots more.

Education/Credentials
More than I care to remember. Basically Franklin Technical Institute in Boston, Northeastern University, Fitchburg State Teachers College, Tufts University, and a lot of factory schools along the way.

Awards and Honors
Moto Award winner. And much more.

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