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Old 04-26-2008, 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by nomorehurry View Post
Vacuum applied directly to IP shut off would cause engine stop immediately at about 8 inches Hg.

The black hose connectors to the vacuum switch on ignition "look" fine, and when I plug one end (Brown w/purple stripe) and apply vacuum to the other (brown) it holds. Except when the switch is turned. I think that means I have to replace the vacuum portion of the ignition switch.

(It sure sounds like I know what I am talking about; sure wish I did!)
I agree, sounds like your vacuum switch is bad. I don't recall what color my hard lines are going to and from the ignition switch; as long as you're certain you're on the opposite ends of these lines, vacuum should hold regardless of switch position if one end of the line is plugged.
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