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i82much · 08-04-2014, 06:45 PM

I drive my 72 K10 as a daily driver in Spokane, we have cold winters although not as cold as yours. Doesn't bother me a bit. I have a 396 in my truck. For winter usage, one big key is to have a functional heat riser to heat the intake. Other helpful items include thermostatic air cleaner, vacuum advance, and thermal fan clutch.

I don't know whether the LS is necessary really. I'd say get a wideband and tune whatever classic engine you have, preferably with an adjustable vacuum advance. A lot of mpg gains to be had just by leaning out the cruise and transition on an older truck.

08-04-2014, 06:45 PM	#8
i82much Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bowie, MD Posts: 313	Re: Opinions on a 67-72 4x4 as a daily driver I drive my 72 K10 as a daily driver in Spokane, we have cold winters although not as cold as yours. Doesn't bother me a bit. I have a 396 in my truck. For winter usage, one big key is to have a functional heat riser to heat the intake. Other helpful items include thermostatic air cleaner, vacuum advance, and thermal fan clutch. I don't know whether the LS is necessary really. I'd say get a wideband and tune whatever classic engine you have, preferably with an adjustable vacuum advance. A lot of mpg gains to be had just by leaning out the cruise and transition on an older truck.