1979 Ford Bronco fuel system

1979 FORD BRONCO
150,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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I've replaced fuel pump fuel filter fuel lines gas is getting to the carb but will not crank when I poor gas directly into the carb it will run untill I stop pooring gas
Mar 30, 2010 at 6:05 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you are getting enough fuel to the carb, then either the needle and seat are not opening to allow fuel to enter the carb, or the float is stuck. Remove the top of the carb to check the needle / seat. It is where the fuel enters the carb. That is my first guess.
Apr 20, 2010 at 6:24 AM
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