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Feb 2, 2014 | 08:47 AM

Broncobobby76

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Missing carb ID tag

I have a 1978 f150 4x4 short bed with a 351M. It has the original carb and the tag is missing. I had the carb rebuilt but the mechanic says there is wear at the shaft (so I have a vacuum leak and need to replace the carb). The truck has an auto trans, was a California truck and was not high altitude. It is also non-AC.

Is there any way to identify what carb I would need to order at the parts house? So far I have been to Napa and Star and they say they need the tag info. Any help would be appreciated.

Feb 2, 2014 | 08:59 AM

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Oreilly only list one for auto trans with Cali. emisson

Feb 2, 2014 | 09:05 AM

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Interesting...I wonder how much difference there is between the different carbs. I'm guessing it is more about jetting and float settings right?

Feb 2, 2014 | 09:08 AM

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That would be my guess .

Feb 2, 2014 | 09:44 AM

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The Ford master parts catalog shows two possibilities, both have the same description.
Carburetor, Motorcraft 2bbl
Fits '78 F100-250 w/ 351M, A/T & California emissions
Tag number D8TE-CRA or D8PE-APA

Feb 2, 2014 | 10:20 AM

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I really appreciate this info

Feb 2, 2014 | 06:27 PM

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When I do a Google search for both numbers info comes up for each one which sounds like my truck. Somehow I need to find the right one:-(

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Feb 2, 2014 | 07:13 PM

Broncobobby76

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Just a driver, but I live in California and have to get it smogged. If the settings aren't right it may be a gross polluter and then I will be black balled.