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timjt · 12-17-2010, 11:13 AM

I have an 85 c10 that won't stay on when I start it unless I keep the gas down for about 10 min, till its warmed up to normal running temperature. Problem with getting it started in the 'cold' only in the 40s.... ? I know there are threads about this but I can't find them. I also know this is probably a common problem but I'm still learning. Any ideas? Since its acting like its starved for fuel I tried adjusting the idle just for kicks and it helped a little but then once its running normally or its a warm day its idling too high

12-17-2010, 11:13 AM	#1
timjt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: mckinney, tx Posts: 390	85 c10 need help, cold starting and high idle I have an 85 c10 that won't stay on when I start it unless I keep the gas down for about 10 min, till its warmed up to normal running temperature. Problem with getting it started in the 'cold' only in the 40s.... ? I know there are threads about this but I can't find them. I also know this is probably a common problem but I'm still learning. Any ideas? Since its acting like its starved for fuel I tried adjusting the idle just for kicks and it helped a little but then once its running normally or its a warm day its idling too high __________________ 2001 silverado stolen by family 1983 short n wide custom deluxe SOLD 1985 silverado longbed 305 engine 700r4 OH NO! NOT ANOTHER LEARNING EXPERIENCE!!! "Just because you can do it, doesn't mean that you should"