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Old Apr 12, 2010 | 10:06 PM
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Holley problems

i recently got a 86 f250 351w ho. my problem is when i go from a stop or even slow for a turn then reaccelerate it bogs down and i have to pump the pedal to keep is going. my first thought was the accelerator pump but now I'm thinking power valve? i believe this carb is a Holley 4180? any ideas? thanks
 
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Old Apr 17, 2010 | 12:18 AM
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A blown power valve will cause a rich condition. On the 4180 they are 2 stage power valves. that cost about $30. The problem is 4180s have no power valve protection so any back fire will blow them out. So it is strongly recommended that anti back fire protection be installed.
I have found that the 4180 is an expensive carb to rebuild, years ago I replaced mine with a 4160 600 CFM Holley. After 1992 ALL Holleys have anti back fire protection from the factory.
Craig
 
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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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well, i finished installing a edelbrock 1406 today and alls i can say is holy sh%$. what a huge improvement. that thing really takes off now thanks for your reply
 
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Old Apr 19, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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Good deal. Sounds like the 4180 had a float level issue.
 
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