I have the 81 302 and it keeps cutting out after starting as soon as it's in gear. I'm so ready to sell it I've replaced so many parts and now I gotta tow to the only classic car shop down the street. Probably gonna have to have the fuel system rebuilt
@@xrmerkur yes and a new alternator and new distributor cap, the only thing not replaced is the injectors and I don't know where to look to see if there's a clog. My only thought is maybe unbolt the whole system take it apart and clean it real good then put it back on and try but I'm no mechanic and I'm afraid to fuck something up. And I do not have the know how or time to do an engine swap
@@UnionPacific1997 i totally understand your apprehension about taking things apart, especially if these components haven’t been touched in 43 years. i once had a problem i kept throwing parts at it for nearly a year, turns out it was an inexpensive crank position sensor. In your case will the car stay on if you slightly press and hold the accelerator pedal while braking when you go into gear? just as a test?
@@xrmerkur not sure it will literally idle for minutes no issue then as soon as I start moving it it's unpredictable. It's as if fuel is being sent to the engine and then not distributed properly because it has a new pump and the fuel lines should be brand new but I'd have to double check. This is why I love 70s Lincoln's because there mechanically simpler with the 460. The 302 has been so damn fussy and I don't know what to do
@@UnionPacific1997 reach out to Jake from Marks of Distinction, he should have an answer for you. @MarksofDistinction Marks of Distinction www.youtube.com/@MarksofDistinction
you’re totally correct @DaywordRacing i made this video as demonstration locating all the fluid points. thanks for watching and providing valuable feedback.
Ltd cop cars had the same carbs back then
the Panther Platform goes back a long ways. are you into the crown vic? what did you think about this carburetor vs. the switch to fuel injection.
I have the 81 302 and it keeps cutting out after starting as soon as it's in gear. I'm so ready to sell it I've replaced so many parts and now I gotta tow to the only classic car shop down the street. Probably gonna have to have the fuel system rebuilt
sounds like as soon as the engine is under load the RPM’s drop below idle. you’ve got new spark plugs too?
@@xrmerkur yes and a new alternator and new distributor cap, the only thing not replaced is the injectors and I don't know where to look to see if there's a clog. My only thought is maybe unbolt the whole system take it apart and clean it real good then put it back on and try but I'm no mechanic and I'm afraid to fuck something up. And I do not have the know how or time to do an engine swap
@@UnionPacific1997 i totally understand your apprehension about taking things apart, especially if these components haven’t been touched in 43 years. i once had a problem i kept throwing parts at it for nearly a year, turns out it was an inexpensive crank position sensor. In your case will the car stay on if you slightly press and hold the accelerator pedal while braking when you go into gear? just as a test?
@@xrmerkur not sure it will literally idle for minutes no issue then as soon as I start moving it it's unpredictable. It's as if fuel is being sent to the engine and then not distributed properly because it has a new pump and the fuel lines should be brand new but I'd have to double check. This is why I love 70s Lincoln's because there mechanically simpler with the 460. The 302 has been so damn fussy and I don't know what to do
@@UnionPacific1997 reach out to Jake from Marks of Distinction, he should have an answer for you.
@MarksofDistinction
Marks of Distinction
www.youtube.com/@MarksofDistinction
Your choke system has an issue. I own one and it should start with 1/4 pump and not need to crank but 1 quick turn of the key.
hello John, i believe you’re right on the money. my carburetor is a bit stubborn. you too have a 351 Windsor?
Brake fluid shouldn't be topped off
you’re totally correct @DaywordRacing
i made this video as demonstration locating all the fluid points. thanks for watching and providing valuable feedback.
Take that crap carb off put an old school Motorcraft 2 barrel your engine will thank you
thanks for the recommendation Alex. all these 80’s cars a choking from emissions. please keep watching, more videos to come!