thanks for the replies guys.

I know there are a lot of things I could do at this point. I am not ready to start dumping lots of money into this motor.

I may just end up throwing a 4 barrel on it, but then I have my exhaust to mess with etc...

Once I get the ball rolling with car projects, it is really hard to get it to stop.

I'll try another cleaning and thorough inspection... if that doesn't do it, it may be time for some bigger and better upgrades instead of tinkering with the little 2bbl.

any more thoughts?

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