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Old Sep 20, 2010 | 11:45 PM
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what are you running now?
Both of the trucks I have now are fuel injected..I think the only cables on either one of them are for the hood release and the emergency brake.

The last one I had with a choke was my '62 F250, and it had an aftermarket Holley 390cfm on it with an electric choke. It worked fine, once I got it adjusted right.
 
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well it seems like every morning i have to use my choke or the engine dies, but its only in the morning i usually just have it half way out when i do use it..i hope im using it right
 
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You shouldn't have to use your choke everyday.
 
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Busy day getting ready for the Kansas trip. Rotate tires, clear the unnecessary stuff from the the truck bed, wash it, etc.
 
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