1986F150Six

Here is a link to a NOS one on eBay with multiple photos from different angles: https://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-OEM-Motorcraft-DA-1925-Distributor-1983-4-9L-300-I6-ONLY-Ford-E3UZ-12127-G/182341717137?hash=item2a7469cc91:g:24cAAOSw4GVYG14G:rk:3:pf:0

David, can you tell us again where you suggested to buy a rebuild carburetor that tests for shaft play and actually delivers a quality unit? I looked through our emails but I’m not finding the place you mentioned... Carter YF 4901 S David, can you tell us again where you suggested to buy a rebuild carburetor that tests for shaft play and actually delivers a quality unit? I looked through our emails but I’m not finding the place you mentioned... Rockauto; the Autoline carburetors. They are remanufactured in Canada and mine came with new bushings.

Yes, welcome!

As always, very nicely done!

Some have suggested installing a push button switch which disables the ignition while depressed. One can press the button [left hand?] while turning the ignition key to start. The engine will spin [momentum] and the disable button can be released and the engine will fire away!

Regarding the resistance to initial starting, as mentioned by Jonathan and Gary, in my opinion, this is more for V8s than the six cylinder, especially if stock [~8.0 CR]. The static timing on my engine is 16 degrees BTDC and there is no problem with starting [no dragging or kick-back].

Yes, sorry for the hijack!

How about a split manifold with three small [stock] carburetors? This was made using three middle sections from a stock intake manifold. https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/attachments/int3x108-jpg.3824400/

Yes, Jonathan, that is the manifold. The runner diameters are reportedly smaller with smoother bends [radii?] when compared to the factory log intake manifold. This was to enhance lower speed power [gas mileage] rather than higher speed power like a 4 barrel intake [i.e. Clifford or Offenhauser]. Regarding the camshaft: looking at the 1982 Ford Specification Sheet as provided by Gary, it is noted that a "reduced overlap camshaft" was used in all 300 engines with all manual transmissions & 2.47 or 2.75 rear axles - 49 states only.

I hope I am not misquoting him, but a number of years ago, he attributed the broad [desirable] torque curve to the poor intake and exhaust manifolds! I believe what he meant was that at any given RPM range [probably ~1200-2000 RPMs], a couple of the cylinders were at their peak, so as some "came on" and others "dropped off" in efficiency, the torque band was widened.

If I could pursue my dream [had enough money and talent?], I would raise compression, lightly port and polish [clean valve pockets, etc.] the head, install either F.I. exhaust manifolds or H.D. [preferable] exhaust manifold with a free flowing exhaust and find an Edelbrock 1 barrel intake manifold to use with my present carburetor. Hmmm? I might even try an adapter and install a 32/36 Weber carburetor. This would be to further the quest for best gas mileage.

I like the Edelbrock intake and you have the F.I. exhaust manifolds. If you ever choose to change these out, please contact me. Welcome!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1980-1986-Ford-Truck-Air-Intake-Snorkel/223214684194?hash=item33f8a1c822:g:D7sAAOSwySlZ9Snb:rk:26:pf:0

And accessories!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Old-Stock-OEM-Ford-F150-Tachometer-E0TZ-17360-A/273586155746?epid=1323010314&hash=item3fb30170e2:g:CiwAAOSwk4RcAFuQ:rk:14:pf:0

Nice work, Cory!

Fixed Oval Recycling Device

Most definitely. The caption was 1981 Mint 400...but I don't know if that was the year of the race, the year of the truck, or both. Thanks. I missed the caption... the truck does look to be new!

Judging from the clothing, hair styles and 35mm camera, I am guessing this photo was taken in the early to mid '80s.

Welcome from another member with an '86 and 6 banger.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Starter-Motor-Conversion-Kit-1980-89-F150-F250-F350-Bronco-E150-E250-NOS-OEM/332909821662?epid=1940996217&hash=item4d82f8bede:g:SC8AAOSwIxZaljxU:sc:USPSFirstClass!40475!US!-1:rk:7:pf:0

Here you go, broboyle... [NOS] https://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-OEM-Ford-1982-1983-1984-F150-Truck-Bronco-Center-Dash-Bezel-Pickup-Woodgrain/401645500792?epid=521331148&hash=item5d83eff978:g:7wYAAOSwNphWXMJ3:rk:5:pf:0 Used, but with clock cut-outs: https://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-1980-1984-Ford-F-Series-Bronco-Radio-Dash-Bezel-Woodgrain-With-Clock/323548484071?epid=1123872360&hash=item4b54fe11e7:g:qKsAAOSwbsRa0V1I:rk:46:pf:0

Having grown up in Alabama, I was reminded of what Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant used to say regarding his sponsors: http://www.birminghamrewound.com/greatpair63.JPG

This should be for 1985 and 1986 and must be for a diesel application [look at lower right]. Nice price! https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-Ford-Truck-Bronco-Dash-Gauge-Bezel-1980-1986-WOOD-GRAIN-E5TZ-15044D70-F/163401445023?hash=item260b7c2e9f:g:cu8AAOSwy3Jb~fCX