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    question about replacing pistons in a 306

    If there is truly no damage to the piston walls, and it is fairly low mileage since it was rebuilt, replacement pistons should work O.K. Just make sure there is no damage to the rods as well.
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    floor it, a sec or 2 later a boost ?? is this right?

    I agree. Your just hitting the powerband of the cam profile. Feels kinda neat, huh?
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    fuel pressure

    Set it at about 35-40 with the vacuum line off.
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    Why is my car acting cold natured?

    Also check for codes. If your coolant temp sensor is not reading right it could be sending the wrong signal to the computer at start up.
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    Torn between TFS Track heat H/C/I or PTK Street Dominator

    A turbo robs horsepower due to restricting the exhaust.
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    Computer tune after cam?

    Ideally getting a chip burnt would be the way to go, but not necessary. If you plan on doing mods in the future, hold off on the chip until your done.
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    Installing Speedo Carrier

    The tailshaft housing needs to come off. You will have to remove your shifter as well and drive out the roll pin that holds the shift block on the shift rail of the tranny.
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    TB/MAF/INJ/FP FOR THIS SETUP?

    I agree with the 24# injectors...30#s at the most.
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    Pedestal or Stud ?

    Pedastal.
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    Oil Leak...Lower Intake Gasket?

    Yes oil could come from there. Usually the back gasket is the one that leaks, but the front one is just as capable.
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    danger of slapping an s-trim or equal s/c on?

    It will as long as you don't beat on it too hard. I've been running 11 lbs on my stock shortblock with 100,000 miles on it for 2 years now, and it's been down the track at least 50 times. I launch at about 4500 rpm and the clutch (unknown) and stock tranny are still hanging in...for now. I lost...
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    need new battery

    I've always liked the Motorcraft (Ford) batteries, but I've heard good things about the Optima as well. I think I might try one next time I need a battery.
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    TFS 6.7" pushrods?????

    I'm sure any place that sells parts can get the pushrods. They don't necessarily have to be TFS, just make sure to order the right length, and order the hardened rods if you are running, or plan on running guideplates.
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    explorer rearend

    The older Explorers had a straight axle, but I'm sure the mounts are different, and it is wider overall.
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    explorer rearend

    They are both 8.8's but I'm sure the explorer rear is wider and has different mounts. The gear sets will interchange though, and I think a lot of Explorers came with 3.73s.
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    BRAKE BOOSTER LINE?! HELLLLLLLLLP!!!!!

    They make an assorted variety of grommets, so that shouldn't be a problem, try an autobody supply shop. As far as the one in the brake booster goes it shoudn't hurt anything... until it dries up and gets sucked into your engine.
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    Can you turn nonpower windows into power? looking stock?

    Just get all the stuff out of the doors from the wrecking yard. As for the wiring, it should be wired to the doors at least from the factory.
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    NEED HELP quick, what color are Bosch 30lb inj.?

    Mine are kind of a reddish brown color, but I think they call them red. if so it's a dark red.
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    HELP. 5.0 won't hold a charge

    You may have melted a couple of wires together somewhere.
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    2002 Struts/Springs on an 87???

    Would there be an advantage to the newer style ones as opposed to aftermarket struts/springs other than price?