Engine idles low and sputters when turning off

1981 FORD F-150
96,000 MILES
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ORIGINALGRIMONE
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I just bought a 1981 Ford F-150 and the engine idles low (like a Harley) when it's not moving and it also diesels/sputters and shakes when I turn it off. What can I do to fix this?
Jul 7, 2011 at 10:08 PM
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ORIGINALGRIMONE
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adjust the distributor and tighen the clamp.
Apr 20, 2012 at 5:18 PM
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ORIGINALGRIMONE
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adjust the distributor and tighten the clamp underneath it.
Apr 20, 2012 at 5:19 PM
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