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Old 12-28-2007, 09:50 AM   #1
bmartin9122
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Question tired of carb problems - new motor?

Hey guys,

I am really tired tired of my 79's fuel system problems. I say fuel system and/or ignition problems, because I keep getting an intermittent misfire.

The motor is basically stock with 120,000 miles. The truck has a new carb, rotor, cap, and wires.

I was thinking I could either convert the old motor to EFI via some kind of kit, or I could replace the motor altogether and get one that is already set-up for FI and electronic ignition. I understand the concepts but I don't have any experience in this kind of work, and I would enlist the help of a trusted shop to do the installation.

Any ideas or opinions?

I apologize in advance if this is an old subject.
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