[V8] Off topic: Ford 302 V8

[Roger M. Woodbury]

Well, I just tried things out again.  It really feels like one cylinder is
dead.  I hate the project, but I guess I will pull the damned plugs and see
what is what.  I'm betting on bad wires, though.  Still, the only thing not
new right now is the plugs that are one year old.  I have eight new ones and
will soldier on after lunch.



-----Original Message-----
From: Tony and Lillie [mailto:tonyandlillie1 at earthlink.net] 
Sent: Wednesday, July 04, 2007 2:43 PM
To: Roger M. Woodbury
Cc: V8 Audi Fans
Subject: Re: [V8] Off topic: Ford 302 V8

The plug wires don't *need* to be seperated, but it's a good idea for 
longevity. I use taylor wires on my Ford V8's. I have a 351 Cleveland 4bbl 
and a 302 4bbl. As for the missing, can the base timing be set on that? I 
believe there is a sequence to set the timing, like on a 5000 Turbo. After 
startup, the computer takes care of the timing, but if it's too retarded as 
a baseline, the computer may not be able to compensate at low RPM's.

As for the wires, I love Taylor brand 8mm wires. Have had the 351 C for 210K

since the rebuild, two sets of wires, about $45 each. I also have them on 
the 302. Wish they were available for the Audi V8.

As suggested by Tim, cleaning the injection system is a very good idea as 
well.

Tony Hoffman



----- Original Message ----- 
Subject: Re: [V8] Off topic: Ford 302 V8


> If that doesn't work, then my guess...which is all it can be right 
> now...is
> that the wires themselves are cheapo and I should have bought OEM wires to
> begin with.  And I am obstinate enough to do that just to see.
>
> Not what I wanted to do all day today!  I long for the simplicity of a 
> Audi
> Quattro V8!
>
> Roger 

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