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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 12:55 PM
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Hey guys,

I just put some new plugs, wires, and a new cap and rotor on my 78, and I am simply amazed at how much better it runs now. This truck must have gone awhile without new plugs and everything else, because it sure feels a lot better now and man does it sound good . Anyone else have this experience, or just me?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:02 PM
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Nope, you are the first(kidding). Welcome and enjoy your ride. These old trucks require regular maintenance.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:04 PM
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lol it feels good don't it?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:06 PM
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lol. thats typically what happens when you change those items.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:25 PM
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Yeah, I'm guessing previous owner didn't really do regular maintenance on it. I've changed these parts on other vehicles, but never felt a difference quite like this. Even on my Dodge lol.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:29 PM
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If you get a new paint job it will go faster.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:39 PM
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If you get a new paint job it will go faster.
lol i noticed that too!!! i didnt even paint mine just wet sanded to get the paint back, like 70-100hp just doing that!!!

WELCOME TO FTE BUDDY!!! i did have the same thing happen too though, i picked my truck up and you could tell that whoever owned it didnt do regular maint eithe. cleaning up the carb if you havent done so, make grab some brake cleaner and check for vaccume leaks because the gaskets get brittle and can start leaking, change fuel filters, make sure air cleaner is good, and you have fresh oil and you should be solid!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:51 PM
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If you get a new paint job it will go faster.
Lol, you think like these guys! Honestly, funniest thing I've seen in a long time.

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Originally Posted by Silvabullet78
lol i noticed that too!!! i didnt even paint mine just wet sanded to get the paint back, like 70-100hp just doing that!!!

WELCOME TO FTE BUDDY!!! i did have the same thing happen too though, i picked my truck up and you could tell that whoever owned it didnt do regular maint eithe. cleaning up the carb if you havent done so, make grab some brake cleaner and check for vaccume leaks because the gaskets get brittle and can start leaking, change fuel filters, make sure air cleaner is good, and you have fresh oil and you should be solid!
Thanks man, I'm in the process of checking for vacuum leaks.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:02 PM
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They forgot the coffee can exhaust , would be good for 10 or 15 more HP...

That was funny
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:04 PM
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Lol, you think like these guys! Honestly, funniest thing I've seen in a long time.
ROFLMAO...That's funny!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:07 PM
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Mike,
Quit playing on the computer and get to work on that awesome truck... DO NOT take any styling cues from this thread...hhehehe
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:20 PM
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Quit playing on the computer and get to work on that awesome truck... DO NOT take any styling cues from this thread...hhehehe
I dunno, now I'm thinkin' BIG wing and coffee can exhaust.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:25 PM
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They left 50 HP on the table. If they would have sprayed the front bumper with Pam the bugs would not stick and create drag.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by 51fordf5
Lol, you think like these guys! Honestly, funniest thing I've seen in a long time.

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Thanks man, I'm in the process of checking for vacuum leaks.
I just EL O ELED!!! thats funny
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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Sorry 51

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Ok guys, we have to get to mikes house before he does something terribly wrong.

He might start talking about cutting springs to lower it and put in a big SUB box and amp behind the seat.
 
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