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11-22-2007, 12:59 PM | #1 |
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I am trading my 69 c-20 for a 70 GMC shorty w/ a 6cyl and 3 spd......whats the best tune up for these 6's for gas milage? Is there an easy drop in hei? Any help is appreciated.
James
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11-22-2007, 01:30 PM | #2 |
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Re: Suggestions
Gmc looks good. But im partial to them. Im not familar with the sixes. sorry.
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11-23-2007, 01:14 AM | #3 |
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Thanks. The primer is hiding alot but sure seems like a decent lil driver. I go pick it up tommorow the p/o said he was getting 14-16mpg I sure hope thats right!!! HAHAHA
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11-23-2007, 01:53 AM | #4 |
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The p.o. must be crazy that gmc looks great..
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11-23-2007, 02:34 AM | #5 |
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HEI off of a later 250 will work.
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11-23-2007, 06:05 AM | #6 |
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Re: Suggestions
HEI is the best improvement for these motors. Smoother running better acceleration. Less than $100.00. I think 1976 was the first year for them. Easily found at parts store
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11-23-2007, 06:09 AM | #7 |
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Check the parts section for a factory HEI.Good ole Monojet carb.I think a header and duals with free-flowing mufflers will help,too.Kinda goes with those slots.
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11-25-2007, 08:31 AM | #8 |
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Re: Suggestions
hei 6 cyl dist. will work of of any motor (6cyl) rom 70's to 80"s I get them from pull-a-part for about $25 each coil and all cheap easy mod just make sure to run a relay to keep the 12v feed while running
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11-25-2007, 08:37 AM | #9 |
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Clifford Research is a source for 6-cylinder performance stuff. Headers, intakes, etc.
My brother-in-law said his 67 6-cylinder got 9 MPG. I hope you can do better. Of course, his was nearly new, at the time.
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