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Strange Power surge

Exile

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Arvada, CO
Year, Model & Trim Level
97 XLT
I have a 1997 Explorer that I have restored and gave it a second life(Previous owners destroyed it). It has the 4.0 OHV and a 5 speed manual. The problem for me is that when it just starts to drive for 5-10 miles, I get a very strong surge that lasts for a few seconds and lets go.. It almost feels like the thing is braking on its own. I have a stuck open thermostat or one just completely missing, not sure if that could be the case. I am also going to check the MAF sensor to see if it is functioning at all. My speedo also seems to be off about 10mph... Any one else have a problem like this?
 






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