1985 Ford F250

1985 FORD F-250
200,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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AJCOOK1985
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1985 Ford F250
Starts but when I push the gas it dies... Fuel pump and filter are fine checked the fueses HELP
Jul 13, 2011 at 2:20 PM
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CJ MEDEVAC
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Look inside carb with a flashlight....NOT A LIGHTER!!!

Actuate throttle,

Can you see fuel squirting into the barrels?......via the accelerator pump, inside the carb

Also look for vacuum leaks, carb screws tight, and tight to the intake.

Your Turn

The Medic
Jul 13, 2011 at 2:57 PM
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