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Old Dec 31, 2001 | 01:49 PM
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Old Jan 5, 2002 | 09:37 PM
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just read a posting on TRS.Go figure.Just purchased a 72 ranger xlt from California and up here in Canada a truck from down south isgood as gold.Now,I do not have a TRS.Is it possible its been disconnected.Is there something to look for to find out,and could this be the reason she has no power.Man she idles nice,runs nice,just no power.
 
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Old Jan 6, 2002 | 01:25 AM
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You really don't want TRS. Best way to run is with the ported vacuum on the carb. connected directly to the vacuum advance. Is it a F100?
 
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Old Jan 6, 2002 | 11:12 AM
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yes its an F-100/390.
 
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Old Jan 7, 2002 | 08:54 AM
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A simple thing to check, that made a world of difference on my truck, was to make sure the throttle is opening all the way when the gas peddle is to the floor.
 
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