So I have an 84 ranger 2.8L (automatic), and it was originally able to stay running because the choke sensor was stuck thinking the engine was cold, so it flooded in extra gas. Now that I have the choke working, it idles too low and won't stay alive. How do I tune the idle so that it runs?

Is this something that just needs to be adjusted? Or is it something that actually requires parts?

Thanks,

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84 Ranger, 2.8L V6 343,000 miles and going...ish

Carb?

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'88 STX Super Cab 4x4
2.9 5spd 180,000 miles
Crappy Paint, Worn Parts,
Fix'em as they Break
when Nowhere is Now Here

sounds like you need a carb rebuild! and mabye check your jets

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1990 Ranger Extended Cab
2.9L V6 5 Speed Transmission
Planning to put a 347 and a T-5 in it eventually

Yes, I it is a carb. And I'm not sure what is ment by Jets.

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Is it an issue if your truck costs less then your insurance policy?

84 Ranger, 2.8L V6 343,000 miles and going...ish

jets are what vaporize the fuel in a carburetor so you just dont have liquid gasoline poring into your motor

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1990 Ranger Extended Cab
2.9L V6 5 Speed Transmission
Planning to put a 347 and a T-5 in it eventually

There is a "fast idle selenoid" (I think thats what it's called) that keeps your carb from dropping idle too fast. It's a complicated procedure but not too difficult, if you can find some good instructions.

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'88 STX Super Cab 4x4
2.9 5spd 180,000 miles
Crappy Paint, Worn Parts,
Fix'em as they Break
when Nowhere is Now Here