I was getting mis-fire codes. Light was on,needed to pass smog. I replaced the plug wires and plugs. Then the coil packs. Then the MAF. I was running out of time and seemed to be wasting money. I took it to a back yard mechanic and did what he called a "baptism" by pouring a jug of water over the intake (under the plenum). He said, "hear the idle smooth out?"...I didn't, but trusted him enough to let him proceed. He had to get the seals from the dealer because none of the local auto parts stores had them. $150 for "O" rings??? $200 for his labor and the light went off, stayed off and it has been running perfect for the last year.

 

Wow. There are much cheaper option out there.

This kit comes with filters, o-rings and retainers Bosch Type 3 Fuel Injector Service Kit with Caps 8cyl - Item TF6 - Mr Injector Parts

Another one
V8 Fuel Injector Service Repair Kit O Rings Filters Seals Retainers Pintle Caps | eBay

 

Great find. But considering AB is selling their o-rings at $9.95 each, I felt I got a great deal at $5.49 for two.

 

OK guys, MAF cleaning was a fail, still getting same codes, will get the parts to do the fuel injector seals and let you know how it goes.

Thanks!!

 

The tear down begins. Found an extra surprise under the lower intake.

 

Great pics, thanks! What the hell is that, a nest of some sort?

 

looks like down filled valley

 

i got to say the top end of your engine looks nice and clean inside

 

Yes, a field mouse nest. It sat at my moms house since 2009 without running and it's very rural out there. I was surprised they could even fit in there.

 

Yes, pretty sure they got all that filling from the hood liner.