Auto Parts: 2.6 mitsubishi power loss, pep boys, repair vehicles

Question
I have a 1988 dodge ram d50. It has the misubishi 2.6 engine.The truck runs fine without the air filter installed. But if you put the cover on the filter housing there is severe power loss. Top speed with air filter 30mph, runs great with air filter removed.

Answer
Hi Tazz,

Carburetor base plate is internally cracked. When you tighten down the air cleaner, you separate the gaps in the crack and air is allowed to enter the intake. I'm sure you already looked to make sure the filter isn't blocked...

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