missing problem

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  1. 4557morris

    4557morris New Member

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    I have a 1974 2 door maverick,250,automatic.It has a engine miss.I have replaced distributor,points,condenser,plugs,plugwires,coil,voltage regulator,starter.Still has engine miss.It gets worse when you get above 45.Also,tried to install rpm gauge,the needle would hardly move.Hook it up to a 68 ford truck and it worked fine.Any suggestions?
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    ain't you glad you ain't driving a P.O.S. Chebby...:thumbs2:
     
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    Pony Express Haul'in @**

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    Electrical area seems covered, what about the alternator? What about a clogged fuel filter?
     
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    Bryant forgot more than learned

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    what is the dewell reading of the points?
     
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    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    Vacuum leak or faulty EGR

    Make sure the Tach is set to 6 cylinder mode.
     
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