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Oct 13, 2003 | 07:10 AM

ford4x486

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please help engine swap

i need help getting my truck back on the road. i have a 86 f150 302 EFI and i put a 351w carb in it .how do i convert EFI to carb how do i bi pass the computer and all the other mess of wires?

i need your help bad
thanks

Oct 13, 2003 | 07:13 PM

allv8fords

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From: ann arbor mi

u need the for duraspark ignition setup from a junker.. or swtich to a coil in cap hei style setup from summit or jegs that is similar to the chevy setup.. one wire to the coil one for a tach and it is about 250 to 350 new..

Oct 15, 2003 | 07:00 PM

ford4x486

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thank you allv8ford for replying so fast. i will try it this weekend.

thanks again

Oct 16, 2003 | 12:51 AM

jrocco

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You will also need to install a fuel pressure regulator. The EFI pump in the fuel tank is way too high pressure for the carb.

Get a regulator with a return line and set it for 5 to 7 psi.

Oct 16, 2003 | 12:31 PM

82F100SWB

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Actually, an 86 has(well, should have) low pressure pumps in the tank, and a high pressure inline. Remove the inline and install a regulator with a return line, and, you'll have pretty much what Ford used to fuel the 460 trucks 83 and on.
Good Luck
Evan

Oct 20, 2003 | 10:18 PM

ford4x486

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thanks for all your help. i did what you said and my truck is on the road. and its running sweet. i couldnt have got it going without your help.

thanks again.

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