Vacuum at idle
There is a difference between psi and inHG. An accurate vacuum gauge is not something most have. Boost gauges tend to have have 2 scales, psi for positive pressure and inHG for negative pressure. Any multi cylinder engine should be steady at 18-20inHg at idle, sometimes slightly higher. Increased cam overlap or altitude above sea level will reduce.
My old 71 340 Small block Chrysler with a 284deg duration cam idled around 12-14 inHG.
My old 71 340 Small block Chrysler with a 284deg duration cam idled around 12-14 inHG.






