open exhaust

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  1. jacob

    jacob Member

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    what is the usual practice in jet changing when installing open "strip" exhaust for the weekend racing, up or down sizing?carb is carter AFB, ford 302.running "glasspacks" on street now..
     
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    Usually, but not always, the open exhaust will lean the A/F ratio so you need to jet up. The only way to know for sure is with a wideband A/F ratio gauge or read the plugs right after a full throttle run.
     

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