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Old 03-05-2011, 10:19 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft #880, Ford Racing 392 w/4 - 48IDA Webers, TKO600
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Default Engine Problem... Advise?

Last night took the BDR out for a spin. I drove to Miami and back, about 48 miles each way. Was cruising at 3,000 RPM for most of the trip. Half way back, the engine dropped a cylinder. I know it's not fuel related because it was popping and backfiring intermittently (unburned fuel igniting in the exhaust). The engine is a Ford Racing 392, MSD ignition and 4 - 48 IDA Webers. Oil pressure excellent but oil and coolant temps a bit low (coolant 185, oil 150). I've checked the cap and wires. Haven't checked plugs because I can't get to them with the tools I have at the house. Aside from a seriously fouled plug, any ideas?
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