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https://klamath.craigslist.org/cto/d/bonanza-1986-ford-f250-xlt-original/7007526899.html

I also end up breaking a tab when I use small flat blade screwdrivers. Is there a better way to do it, without breaking any tabs? I always wondered that too. Then wonder why a connector that you need a come along to pull apart needs a lock tab!

Do you mean the large oval shaped hole? If yes, where did you get the grommets for it? Just curious. I have a spare one I yanked out of an '86 at the junkyard, and I finally used it last night to run the harness into the cab for my O2 sensor. I cut the spare one so that I didn't have to damage the original...not that it matters really. That’s funny! I cut one of the new ones, kept the original intact. I like to keep the OEM stuff for some reason. Got them at Dennis Carpenter. https://www.dennis-carpenter.com/en/trucks/interior/firewall-cover/390581-s-rubber-plug-oval

Glad the experts chimed in! My first thought was a vacuum leak. Something I check quite often on my F250 is vacuum lines and caps.

That’s why I keep the Bronco. It does great in the snow and ice. Of course shorter wheelbase and has a LS rear axle. Hopefully won’t see how the Xterra does, I could go without snow for awhile, actually forever! Got it for and from my son. He thinks it’s light, it still has the tires on it I bought him 50K ago. Wearing like iron, which usually means less traction.

I bought two extra grommets for that large hole next to the gas pedal. I have my CB coax going through it. Cut an X in it. There’s another hole to the left of the brake pedal that I’m assuming someone drilled there. I have my aftermarket coolant temp. gauge going through there. Used a PCV grommet there with some black RTV to fill the remainder.

Well put Gary. I’m always surprised at what people want for something that doesn’t run, or has had a lot of work done and think they should get what they spent. Or they just think it’s golden! Like this, https://medford.craigslist.org/cto/d/medford-1996-ford-bronco/7006393802.html

Hopefully someone has a good source! I’m going to try these hypalon caps by Pico Wiring. Hypalon is supposed to be heat, chemical and UV resistant. http://www.picowiring.com/pdf/Cat-4.pdf You can get in there and find the catalog. I’ve used their products before. A local parts store used to carry their products.

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Thanks, going to keep an eye on their site.

Hopefully someone has a good source!

Felt I had a vacuum leak, took a look today. I was wrong, had several. Need to find some good vacuum caps! Much smoother drive today.

That’s cool!

That looks nice! Anxious to hear how it works. As said, it’s the cost that stops me!

I think the argument for carb vs efi is pretty well argued online. I think there are a lot of dyno tests that prove that self learning EFI does create an engine that produces less harmful emissions at any rpm, and better fuel economy. If carbs were better than EFI at emissions and mpg, they would be standard on modern vehicles. They aren't, so there is good reason to trust carbs are less efficient with emissions and mpg. EFI is more flexible for altitude changes. EFI does have a performance edge, but only slightly vs a properly tuned carb. The performance edge is basically marginal. The biggest CON for EFI is the price point, and some think the complexity. However, companies like Fitech are producing EFI kits that are very competitively priced, and easy to install. Fitech has forced Holley and MSD to have more competitive pricing on their EFI systems. Price will come down as more people switch. It all boils down to what the individual prefers, and the purpose of the vehicle. I COMPLETELY understand the simplicity of a carb. But I also like the idea of the modern technology inside of EFI. Yes indeed, just commenting on jetting.

I don’t think you need to re jet for 8-9000 ft elevation unless you’re going to stay there. I re jetted my Holley for 4100 ft because I live at that altitude. We were going up to the summit of Mt. St. Helens salvaging timber after the eruption with carbureted trucks. Reminds me, I had a newer bullnose 4x4 company truck, with a lift in the bed so we could get up and work on the Skycrane.

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The grump was for me, I believe.

That’s cool!

That is nice. I too wish I had a pad. Working in my gravel driveway.

Nice!

It wouldn’t work for me here, I went to the site and got a screenshot. iPad. Not much info.

Worked for my F250.

Take the cap off, switch tanks and listen for the pump.

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