Run it at night and watch the engine in the dark. Look for sparks off the wires and distributor that would indicate a voltage leak.

I have an 87 Bronco II with the same engine. I'm having a head gasket problem with a little water leaking into a cylinder. That will make it miss some. Are you losing water but not seeing a leak or water in the oil?


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