1995 f150 5.8The hose that connects to a “silencer” labeled as “air pump waste” keeps sliding off the connector. Does this indicate an issue?

Thanks Fellro. I recently (6/2021) replaced both the ICM and the distributor when I was chasing a random stall. At that time I did have a failed PIP and bought an MSD dizzy. I kept the old ICM as that was not the issue so I can slave it in and see if the truck runs noticeably smoother.If it’s...

1995 f150 5.8L 265kTruck is driving a little rough, but otherwise ok. I ran up the codes and now have CM 212. I have always had code 211 no matter what I replaced and I don’t have a knock sensor.SPOUT measures 0.2 ohms but my multimeter is +/- ~0.2 accuracy.Timing checks good: baseline at...

Thanks for the help! I’ll put leak down test on my list. If I do have carbon build up, are there any methods to clear it out besides rebuild?

Finally finished it up and I redid #5 because it was the first one and I didn’t really know what I was doing: 5: 148 psi6: 145 psi7: 145 psi8: 145 psi1: 135 psi2: 148 psi3: 145 psi4: 147 psiI think it’s pretty good! From what I’ve looked up, it’s within spec and within 10% of...

I started the compression test but only made it through 6 until I lost light (and my patience after plug #2). I know you’re supposed to do them all at once to be consistent, but it didn’t happen. Also I am questioning a few things: I can’t get my engine to operating temp (due to the origin of...

Well didn't really get any flapping...and the bill definitely didn't get sucked in.Compression test this weekend!

I forgot about the dollar test, Good idea! I'll try that tomorrow.I didn't realize the thermostat had to be open for the heads to get involved, thank you for clarifying that.

I only ran it for a few minutes until I felt the coolant start to warm up. I'll grab one of those exhaust testers also, thanks!

I did the test again plugging the overflow outlet. The balloon slightly fills with air, but not enough to stand up on its own.I will post the compression test results later this week.Thanks for the help!

The balloon did NOT fill up. Did I need to do anything else with the overflow tube or anything for this test to work? Otherwise, good news right??I’ll still run the compression test when I get a chance.

I’ll do the balloon check tomorrow and grab the compression tester from my buddy. Blown head gasket doesn’t sound fun.Thanks for the help guys!

Although I’m still curious which color sensor I would need, I don’t think that’s my issue anymore… now my gauge is reading low all the time (not even to “N”) and never gets to operating temperature. My heater appears to work like usual, but when I started the truck from cold with the radiator...

I did plot the TPS with my scanner and it looked good. Where/what is the throttle pin? I was only aware of the non-variable TPS sensor and the idle screw that everyone usually says not to mess with. Is there something else?

1995 f150 5.8 263kHey guys! My temp gauge started doing something weird: started up normal and went mid until thermostat opened and then decreased and was steady on the “O” like it usually does but while driving it would randomly go super low and then back to “O” repeatedly. So I’m thinking...