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hotrod ford
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what is this?

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noticed today after i removed the inline 300 and was wondering what it is? it is right above where the exaust pipe mounts to the manifold.

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1971 Sport Custom SWB: 360/C6 3.00
1965 Ford Falcon 4Dr: Inline 170 3sp
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Re: what is this?

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Thats a heat valve . It restricts the exhaust to aid in warm up and choke operation ,when it gets hot it opens and flows free.
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Re: what is this?

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ok, thanks
1971 Sport Custom SWB: 360/C6 3.00
1965 Ford Falcon 4Dr: Inline 170 3sp
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