Mike67
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Ummmm...???? You have something more than a carb problem if you were only getting 2-5 mpg...EFI ain't going to fix everything...
Looking at converting to a simple EFI kit!
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drobertson
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Yeah I was concerned about it as well.
Mike67
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Man sounds like you have more problems than just a carb...I had a 390 Ford that was pretty healthy and I got 10 mpg and those old FE's were never designed for fuel economy I think they came from the factory only getting 11-12 mph...
If you list a few more details I'm sure someone here can get you on the right path... What gear/ tire combo are you running?
Sorry I missed the 2.71 gear reference... Is every plug hitting? fouled? What kind of ignition are you running?
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drobertson
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stock ignition, new plugs, 14 degrees advance, tires have a 24.2" diameter.
smokenarrow
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I've done a LOT of research on the available fuel injection kits on the market. I don't like to waste money and I don't like to buy expensive things more than once. That said, the FITech kits are awesome and out of the reviews that I've read, very few have anything at all negative to say. I would not hesitate to run one. In fact, I plan on making a purchase soon. Their fuel module is very trick and also seems to be foolproof.
Mike67
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First thing I would do is pull every plug, they will tell you a lot about what's going on...lay them out in order and post it here...
drobertson
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Ok I'll do that.
drobertson
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Plug number 1
drobertson
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the rest of the plugs look the same.
Mike67
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So I'm guessing those were just installed? They look as if they just came out of the box....if that's the case do you happen to have the old ones?
drobertson
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The old ones are over 20 years old and have been long gone. These plugs are as fresh as the engine.
drobertson
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Well I placed my order on Jegs a few days ago! I got the FiTech 600 hp capable version w/ the fuel command center. Should ship by the 24th of this month! I did tune down my carburetor and now I'm getting better mileage. About 18 mpg average between highway and in-town. I decided I want the EFI because this car is my daily driver, and I want the better cold starting, and in all honesty... I suck at tuning carburetors.
smokenarrow
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Good choice my man. I look foreword to your review once you get it on and running
drobertson
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I might even make an installation video if anybody requests one.
As long as it's another time lapse, and you add a soundtrack....Benny Hill theme tune works for me.
The engine disassembly time-lapse you did inspired me to buy my own Go-Pro, and try it out. Once I master the software package, I'll have some fun as well.
drobertson
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Believe it or not, I recorded that time lapse on my smartphone. I will try to find a way to include the bendy hill theme song 
hangn0ut
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Your burning oil there. got some peppering on the porceline too. high mileage motor no doubt. So dont raise your expectations to high.
drobertson
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Motor only has 1,200 approximate miles since I rebuilt it. When I first ran the engine, it was running too rich. I put a smaller carburetor on temporarily and replaced the plugs. No more "peppered" look on the plugs.
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