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Tiny
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  • 1988 FORD E-SERIES VAN
  • 150 MILES
1988 e-350 van 460 carb engine has no power. Starts and seems to run good, just no power
Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 AT 12:56 PM

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Tiny
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Was anything done prior to this occurring?
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Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 AT 1:04 PM
Tiny
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Bought it from seller who told me it had this problem he said he did nothing to it. Sat a long time he said.
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Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 AT 1:32 PM
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First thing you need to check would be the ignition timing and carb throttle operations.

If everything is in order that would require detailed diagnostics.
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Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 AT 1:44 PM
Tiny
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What next if timing is ok?
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Wednesday, August 29th, 2012 AT 2:04 PM
Tiny
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Carb throttle opening and blockages in some of the internal circuits have to be checked. Since the vehicle had been sitting for extended, the carb might have certain fuel passages clogged. You would have to service it.
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Thursday, August 30th, 2012 AT 8:05 AM
Tiny
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Thank you
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Thursday, August 30th, 2012 AT 3:26 PM
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You're welcome.
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Thursday, August 30th, 2012 AT 6:00 PM

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