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Old 08-31-2016, 01:16 AM
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There is a list of things the effect the idle smoothness.

Idle rpm too low.
Valves need adjustment.
Engine/Motor and transmission mounts need replacing.
Injectors need rebuilding.
Uneven compression.

Do or check what is cheapest or easiest to do first.
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