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skokie · 01-21-2008, 08:15 AM

Well after 1 year (has it been that long) since I started this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

Its running again. I got it to 12 degrees then let it sit and idle until it warmed up. Once the thermostat opened up I adjusted the timing and carb to right at 10-11 degrees. The engine seems to like running there since it smoothed out.

I am only a few things away from getting my truck back on the road. I am waiting for a turn signal switch to come in and then I can install tilt column back in my truck. After that I have a new steering wheel, heater controls and later this year the fuel cell that I bought from fuelcellguy which btw is sitting shotgun in the truck HAHAH

Turn signal switch is due in on monday so I know what I will be doing

corn · 01-21-2008, 08:44 AM

Congrats on getting it going. I think I can see your grin from here!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 01-21-2008, 11:38 AM

Congrats........

**Palf70Step** · 01-21-2008, 12:20 PM

1966gmc · 01-21-2008, 12:31 PM

w00t!!! good job.It will feel nice goin down the road too

Bob 68327 · 01-21-2008, 12:45 PM

Cool !! Glad you got it runnin'

72armyswbtruck · 01-21-2008, 02:24 PM

Congrats

68GMCCustom · 01-21-2008, 02:45 PM

Congrats!

**Boog** · 01-21-2008, 11:26 PM

I may go out and crank mine again today as it hasn't been since back in the summer. Congrats Skokie.

ChevyC102007 · 01-21-2008, 11:30 PM

72BlckButy · 01-21-2008, 11:38 PM

Congratulations on getting it running!

Old Chevy Mech · 01-21-2008, 11:45 PM

Good deal! Its always a boost to the project when the engine runs right!

Frank

**special-K** · 01-22-2008, 12:14 AM

Congratulations!!You`re close now.

01-21-2008, 08:15 AM	#1
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,354	I got it started Well after 1 year (has it been that long) since I started this http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234 Its running again. I got it to 12 degrees then let it sit and idle until it warmed up. Once the thermostat opened up I adjusted the timing and carb to right at 10-11 degrees. The engine seems to like running there since it smoothed out. I am only a few things away from getting my truck back on the road. I am waiting for a turn signal switch to come in and then I can install tilt column back in my truck. After that I have a new steering wheel, heater controls and later this year the fuel cell that I bought from fuelcellguy which btw is sitting shotgun in the truck HAHAH Turn signal switch is due in on monday so I know what I will be doing __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

01-21-2008, 08:44 AM	#2
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: I got it started Congrats on getting it going. I think I can see your grin from here!

01-21-2008, 11:38 AM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: I got it started Congrats........ __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-21-2008, 12:20 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: I got it started __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-21-2008, 12:31 PM	#5
1966gmc Why does it taste purple? Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cambridge Md Posts: 621	Re: I got it started w00t!!! good job.It will feel nice goin down the road too

01-21-2008, 12:45 PM	#6
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: I got it started Cool !! Glad you got it runnin' __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

01-21-2008, 02:24 PM	#7
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: I got it started Congrats __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

01-21-2008, 02:45 PM	#8
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: I got it started Congrats! __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

01-21-2008, 11:26 PM	#9
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,514	Re: I got it started I may go out and crank mine again today as it hasn't been since back in the summer. Congrats Skokie. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

01-21-2008, 11:30 PM	#10
ChevyC102007 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Emporium,Pa Posts: 248	Re: I got it started __________________ "When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice." [Cherokee saying] 2001 Dodge Ram Sport 1500 4x4. (old ride) 1987 GMC V1500 Sierra Classic ("new" ride)

01-21-2008, 11:38 PM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: I got it started Congratulations on getting it running! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-21-2008, 11:45 PM	#12
Old Chevy Mech Keepin it runnin! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Deep River, CT Posts: 1,036	Re: I got it started Good deal! Its always a boost to the project when the engine runs right! Frank __________________ 1970 K-5 4X4 Blazer 1970 K-20 4X4 Long Bed "Liberty Means Responsibility, that is why most men dread it"

01-22-2008, 12:14 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: I got it started Congratulations!!You`re close now. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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