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Old Aug 11, 2007 | 01:40 AM
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ground wire.

I was wondering where the ground wire is/ hooks up to on a 1978 Ford F150 Ranger. It had a 351M but I put in a 460 but they should't be that diff. on ground wire, i just cant remember where it was on my 351, thanks.
 
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Old Aug 11, 2007 | 01:46 AM
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goes to the pass side block down below the alternator by the smog pump. also run a ground to the fender area.(from battery)
 
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Also, From the back of the head to the firewall is a braided cable
 
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sorry for the late reply...i have everything hooked up on my motor finally and I tried to start it over but all i get is a "click" noise (obviously from the starter) could this be because it isnt grounded? If so could I have pics of where these ground wires are suppose to hook up?
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