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SSC's76 · 01-01-2006, 11:08 AM

Sounds like the timing is off or you have some major carbon buildup problems. Like mentioned check the timing verify that it isnt too advanced or just for kicks back it off a tad and see what happens. If that doesent work check your parts stores for a Berrymen top end cleaner kit and give that a shot. With carbon buildup in your cyl's it creates hot spots. When it gets real bad these hot spots ignite the fuel without spark causing a run on dieseling effect.

01-01-2006, 11:08 AM	#10
SSC's76 No No Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pueblo Colorado Posts: 1,781	Re: 1984 Chevy C-10 Pick Up Hard To Start and Stop Engine Sounds like the timing is off or you have some major carbon buildup problems. Like mentioned check the timing verify that it isnt too advanced or just for kicks back it off a tad and see what happens. If that doesent work check your parts stores for a Berrymen top end cleaner kit and give that a shot. With carbon buildup in your cyl's it creates hot spots. When it gets real bad these hot spots ignite the fuel without spark causing a run on dieseling effect. __________________ 1976 Custom Deluxe SWB Med FMB.3/4 Drop. Gen VI 454, Muncie HD 3 speed With Modified OE Hurst Shifter, 3.73 12 bolt, GMPP HO roller cam, Hooker headers, Performer intake with modified Q-jet, Accel distributor. Best 1/4 12.3 @108. Funnest run 19.84 @88 full 1/4 mile burn out. 1997 K1500 ext cab 5.7 stock except muffler