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Old Jan 1, 2022 | 01:57 PM
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carburetor question

hey guys.
got a 85 f150 that needs a carb.

question i have is. can i put a non computerized carb on? as far as i know the computer dose not work. we have never changed any of the sensors as long has we have had it.
its not on the road. just need to get it running so i can move it around.

the number on the carb is 7655s and the name is carter.
 
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I assume this is a 300 six. Yes you can put a non-computerized carb on it and it will run and get you by.
 
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Originally Posted by Franklin2
I assume this is a 300 six. Yes you can put a non-computerized carb on it and it will run and get you by.
yes its a 300 six. my bad.

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Change out the dist. for a non-computer one, the wiring harness & ICM box and you can remove the computer & wiring.
The wiring harness can come from any model v8 or six that runs a DS II
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