 OT- "Dog the Ford 390 4 barrel", Need some advice on what to check |
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| nomore9one4 |
 Aug 31 2007, 07:46 AM
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Member of the Eastcoast Thread Killers Club  Group: Members Posts: 2,666 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Pittsburgh,Pa.15237 Member No.: 14 Region Association: None  |
I took the Bird out lastnight (not that Bird (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chair.gif) ) The '63 T-bird. It has a 390 with the 4 barrel. I had the same motor/carb in my '66 T-bird and it ran like a "raped ape". The '63 runs like a "beaten dog" It was supposed to have been tuned up at the last inspection a few years ago including a rebuilt carb,but it just sits and not really have been "RUN". Anyhow,what are some things I can check. It feels like it is only running on a few cylinders. Any Real mechanics(not me)that can give me some advice?? I want to drive this head turner know that I have some time in my schedule. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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| andys |
Aug 31 2007, 10:56 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None 
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Bob,
It seems to me that you will need to go through "the basics" when you say it's running on 4. Easy stuff first, like the fuel and fuel filter especially if it's been sitting a while......fuel could have gone bad unless you used a product like Stabil. Drain the fuel from the tank and fuel lines if it's bad (the gas will have a distinct odor). The fuel remaining in the carb may flush by running the motor for a few minutes. Check the plugs, timing, points, condensor, rotor, cap, and wires. Adjust or replace as required. Also check the vacuum advance diaphram in case it has a hole in it (it will run poorly if that's the case, but not usually a "running on 4" symptom). I have all the tune up specs, but would need to dig them up. It's possible you have a stuck lifter or two, again a possibility from it sitting around. There are several oil treatment products that may cure this problem. Good luck,. Andys |
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| nomore9one4 |
Aug 31 2007, 11:49 AM
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Member of the Eastcoast Thread Killers Club Group: Members Posts: 2,666 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Pittsburgh,Pa.15237 Member No.: 14 Region Association: None |
Thanks Andy. I will go over it this weekend. I guess the plugs should tell me more than I know now. I have a manual with the specs and I guess I better dig it out. Gonna be a dirty weekend. Thanks for your input (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif)
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| markb |
Aug 31 2007, 12:21 PM
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914less :( Group: Members Posts: 5,449 Joined: 22-January 03 From: Nipomo, CA Member No.: 180 Region Association: Central California
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Don't forget that the 63 & 66 were completely different designs. The 63 was a bulkier, heavier car. In High school I had a 65, and one of my best friends had a 62. I loved mine & hated hers.
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| nomore9one4 |
Aug 31 2007, 01:35 PM
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Member of the Eastcoast Thread Killers Club Group: Members Posts: 2,666 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Pittsburgh,Pa.15237 Member No.: 14 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(markb @ Aug 31 2007, 10:21 AM)  Don't forget that the 63 & 66 were completely different designs. The 63 was a bulkier, heavier car. In High school I had a 65, and one of my best friends had a 62. I loved mine & hated hers. They sure are bulkier. I actually learned to drive with my '66. The '63 is a bit more difficult to drive because of the size. Especially after driving the 914. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) |
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| So.Cal.914 |
Aug 31 2007, 02:12 PM
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"...And it has a front trunk too." Group: Members Posts: 6,588 Joined: 15-February 04 From: Low Desert, CA./ Hills of N.J. Member No.: 1,658 Region Association: None |
I had a 62, it too was a dog, but it was a smooth riding, and classy.
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| shelby/914 |
Aug 31 2007, 02:58 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 804 Joined: 24-August 05 From: Foxfield, Co Member No.: 4,655 Region Association: Rocky Mountains
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A friend of mine has a '64 ragtop stored in my barn, which he's thinking about selling. Its actually a very nice car with kelsey hays wires. Silver blue/ white top. If anyone was interested PM me and I'll pass your phone # or email along to him. Sorry for the hijact but there seemed to be a few T bird guys chiming in.
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| nomore9one4 |
Aug 31 2007, 06:53 PM
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Member of the Eastcoast Thread Killers Club Group: Members Posts: 2,666 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Pittsburgh,Pa.15237 Member No.: 14 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(shelby/914 @ Aug 31 2007, 12:58 PM) A friend of mine has a '64 ragtop stored in my barn, which he's thinking about selling. Its actually a very nice car with kelsey hays wires. Silver blue/ white top. If anyone was interested PM me and I'll pass your phone # or email along to him. Sorry for the hijact but there seemed to be a few T bird guys chiming in. There are no high jacks here,everything is welcome! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) If the car was not a ragtop I would be interested. I just know a ragtop would be wayyy out of my budget. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) |
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