<VV> Car stops running after 20 miles

[djtcz at comcast.net]

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"Adding an in-engine bay fuel pump pressure gauge would absolutely tell 
what might be happening with the fuel pressure when it fails. ............... Another possibility, even if remote, might be a shorting wire 
associated with the ignition system. It might be that when slowing down 
things shift around and a frayed wire suddenly shorts. ................ 

Larry 


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YES ! build or buy something like this and install it close to one carb. 
http://www.northerntool.com/images/product/2000x2000/199/199636_2000x2000.jpg 

Then when it stalls the owner can leap out and at least see the fuel pressure. 
Having acceptable pressure instantly rules out dozens of expensive frustrating maybe$. 

Some wiggle testing of all the wiring can be pretty useful too. 
Note, wiggle test is an official FORD procedure, but proven useful on other makes too. 

Dan T