hmmm...so you guys don't think it's the O2 sensor or the fuel pressure regulator?

I think I'll try:
1. Cleaning out the ICV (no cost...except brake cleaner, hopefully relatively easy to RR)

2. then I'll replace the airflow meter potentiometer ($80). I did a search and found the thread. I'm not too familiar with setting the .7V using a voltimeter (sbourg, can you explain that portion to me in "lay mans terms". Please give me "idiot free" step by step instructions on how to attach and read the meter. Pics would be great!)

3. If that doesn't work, I'll change the O2 sensor ($40 Ford replacement)

4. igniton module (Ouch....$300??!!! Hopefully I don't get this far)

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JR
1986 Gold 300E 4Dr automatic