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    Coolant temperatures while towing

    Distilled is what is used.
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    Is this stuff ok to use on ICM

    Gneral rule is more is NOT better. You only need a pea sized amount to spread across the surface. The Artic stuff will usually come with a plastic spreader to smooth it out after applying a pea sized amount at the center.
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    tbi timing how to?

    The 454s are timed at 4BTDC with the connector disconnected. Once connected they are generally setting at 15-16 degrees advanced at idle. If you have an OBD-1 live scan you can see what the timing is prior to pulling the distributor and use that timing as your base setting when reinstalling the...
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    3rd or OD in the mountains

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    Coolant temperatures while towing

    ??? What! Distilled is the safest in terms of corrosion resistance in terms of plain water. Don't know where you heard otherwise from. Do not go lower than a 30 percent coolant vs distilled water ratio. If anything the OP needs to look at the front side of the radiator to see how clean the...
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    1992 7.4 Oil?

    Think 4 stroke.
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    1992 7.4 Oil?

    They didn't have the needed and required micro electronics needed.
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    '93 K3500, 454 TBI, poor drivability

    Yes the ground wire is at the T stat housing. It grounds thru the 2 bolts that hold down the T stat housing.
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    Tbi distributor magnet protection from rust question

    https://www.super-lube.com/metal-protectant-and-corrosion-inhibitor-6
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    Cold acceleration stumble/hesitation

    Fuel pressure check is needed (critical) Also check the CTS (Cooling temp sensor)
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    Code 32

    Never underestimate a flaky ground wire as the source of your frustration/s.
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    Does anyone know what this is???

    https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=46600&cc=1059634&pt=4380&jsn=923
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    Does anyone know what this is???

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/315069060162
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    Suburban driving me crazy!!!

    How are the injectors themselves? When is the last time they were serviced? Another check the grounds. Clean, clean ,clean...
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