I've got a 76 F100 with a 302/2 barrel carb in it, and the choke is sticking. I also think it uses too much gas, and doesn't have as much power as it should have. It only has 32,000 original miles, but sat in storage for many years. I'm not much of a mechanic, and carburetors intimidate me. I have some questions I hope y'all can help me with.
1. Should I try and rebuild the carb(never done it before), or exchange it for a reman. unit?
2. What years/models of intakes and carbs are interchangeable with a '76 302 engine? For example will a Motorcraft D30F-EA (off a 1973 Maverick)fit?
3. Will overall performance be better if I try to convert it to a 4 barrel?

 

rebuilding a carb isn't that dificult.just make sure not to lose anyparts. go buy a rebuild kit and a can of mineral spirits. If you have an air compressor, make sure to blow out all the little holes. I don't have an air compressor and have rebuilt carbs and stuck them back on with out any problems.
If all your really having problems with is a sticky choke, maybe a few good squirts of carb cleaner around the spring and lever areas is all you need. just spray and work the mechanisms a little and try to get all the old crap off.

 

Yes, spray the linkage. If it runs fine otherwise I wouldn't
rebuild it. Also I believe you might have an electric assisted
choke. Make sure the wiring is hooked up from the alternator
to the choke housing. Also these choke units are famous for
burning out. Take a voltmeter and see if you have continuity
between the choke terminal and the body of the carb.