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Old 02-10-2015, 07:37 PM
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Talking 1978 Ford Ranger Lariat Tune up help needed

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I have a 1978 Ford F150 Ranger Lariat that has been sitting about 2 years. I am wanting to get it back running again. When I parked it, it ran just fine. Now I cannot get it to turn over. I want to do a complete tune-up on it myself as much as I can and am asking for advise. As in, what do I need to replace as a necessity first.


I am honestly not sure of the engine size, though I do know it is an 8 cylinder. Any help you all can give me will be greatly appreciated.



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pull the plugs out and squirt some WD40 in the cylinders and let it sit for a day or two
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Do the type of spark plugs matter in these classic trucks? as in brand, and styles, etc.. ?
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Do the type of spark plugs matter in these classic trucks? as in brand, and styles, etc.. ?
usually autolite in the old fords



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