Notices

74 Distributor vacuum issue

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 9, 2020 | 05:58 PM
  #1  
cr1hotrod's Avatar
cr1hotrod
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Mar 2020
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
74 Distributor vacuum issue

Hey guys, new here & first time FE owner. I have a '74 F100 Manual with a 360 that I just picked up.

It stumbles/exhaust backfires at @2500 rpm. I've narrowed it down to the vacuum advance on the distributor. I can disconnect and plug the advance hose and it runs fine through all rpms. I have adjusted the vacuum advance with no obvious change. Points, cap, rotor all new. Just rebuilt the carb.

The vacuum is set up just like the attached diagram(minus bi-metal line). Not looking to re-engineer the vacuum system...egr delete etc...

Bad bushings? Bad mechanical advance?
What do you guys think?

Thanks
Clay



 
Reply
Old Apr 9, 2020 | 06:17 PM
  #2  
Tedster9's Avatar
Tedster9
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 19,311
Likes: 97
From: Waterloo, Iowa
Welcome to FTE!

Most likely a defective vacuum advance itself, based on symptoms described.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Light Doug
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
9
Nov 19, 2018 05:20 AM
alchemist1
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
14
Jun 27, 2013 04:08 AM
86Bronco6
Ford Inline Six, 200, 250, 4.9L / 300
7
Nov 10, 2011 10:36 AM
rashanny
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Aug 14, 2011 09:44 AM
19Ford69
1967 - 1972 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
7
Feb 15, 2004 07:12 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:31 PM.

story-0
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-3
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-5
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-7
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-8
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-9
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE