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Russ: That thought hadn't crossed my mind, the carb warping, that is. Its coming off tomorrow for sure, now. I REALLY hope it isn't damaged beyond repair. I guess I'll find out in the morning. And that's a really great offer, but I couldn't bear to think of you parting with any of your FI stuff you've been working so hard on even if its on your "For Sale" truck. But I'll keep it in mind.

I've been told the wiring harness on my 84 parts truck is virtually identical to mine, less a few extra connections I don't need for the diesel injection, so I think I'm straight on that end. And I think my scenario is more like what dswancutt is describing, just the wires in the engine compartment and not the whole harness or setup itself. Crossing fingers, at least.

I am EXTREMEMLY thankful it wasn't any worse. My old man musta said a dozen times how lucky I am it didn't burn to the ground. I agree.

Thanks for the support everybody, I'll be sure and keep everyone updated on everything I find out. I'm pulling the distributor to take to my local mechanics to get their opinion on if its salvagable or indeed shot, and I guess I'll run the carburetor by them as well. I'll update tomorrow.