Originally Posted By: THE FRENCHTOWN FLYER
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Like I said, many cars are using TBI, and it was definitely a step up from the problems associated with a carburetor, but if you are going to go with a computer controlled system why not get one (multi-port) that functions well - under all conditions.


Main reason to run TBI is you avoid the tough fuel distribution issues when running a simeazed intake port. With port injection 1 of the pair will run lean.
The engine "sees" the TBI with its central fuel metering like a carb.


51 GMC 4.2 turbo
Can't solved today's problems using the same technology/thinking that created them