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Mar 9, 2018 | 12:52 PM

mike87

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87 f150

starts and idles wont take gas

Mar 9, 2018 | 12:55 PM

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Tell us everything relevant about the truck such as what engine it has, miles, etc.

Mar 9, 2018 | 01:27 PM

mike87

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its a 1987 f150 6 cyl 5 speed 4x4 ive put in a new fueflter no change

Mar 9, 2018 | 04:05 PM

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Check the fuel pressure. How long since new plugs were installed? Check the compression to see if the engine is ok mechanically.

Mar 9, 2018 | 09:39 PM

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Yup, I would check the fuel pressure and do a compression test. It will give you a good baseline.

Mar 10, 2018 | 01:11 AM

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Is the linkage between the gas pedal and the throttle body intact?

Mar 10, 2018 | 10:32 AM

mike87

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what is the fuel psi spec

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