1962 straight 6 running issues - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Bonello711 · 10-03-2018, 05:57 PM

Hey guys, I'm not only new to old trucks, I'm also new to turning a wrench. My 62 Straight 6 was running fine until I installed a new stereo, carpet and seat. I can't believe I messed anything up but it now it barely runs at all. It starts on full choke but runs very rough. It won't run at all when I push the choke in unless I stay on the gas. When I get rolling is won't go over five mph and continues to stall.

(was told to check the fuel filter element on the fuel line going into the carb but mine doesn't have one. I also have a newer fuel tank and hardware with a new in-line fuel filter)

Need Help Please... Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Bonello711 · 10-03-2018, 06:49 PM

**Clyde65** · 10-03-2018, 07:43 PM

When did you move the tank?

'65 chevy lover · 10-03-2018, 11:13 PM

Sounds like the carb has trash in it. Pull the inline filter and see if it has stuff in it.

vince1 · 10-04-2018, 04:32 AM

Ignition problem? Condenser? What does the spark look like? What wiring changes did you do?

Bonello711 · 10-04-2018, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Clyde65

When did you move the tank?

I never moved the tank.

Bonello711 · 10-04-2018, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by '65 chevy lover

Sounds like the carb has trash in it. Pull the inline filter and see if it has stuff in it.

I tried that first and the inlet looks clear. I also sprayed inside the carb with cleaner and checked the inline fuel filter.

Bonello711 · 10-04-2018, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by vince1

Ignition problem? Condenser? What does the spark look like? What wiring changes did you do?

I didn't do any wiring changes. I never changed anything electrical and the photos show how I bought the vehicle and again, it was running fine and overnight is just started having issues.

Llay R. Rac · 10-04-2018, 05:45 PM

when my 292 goes from running good, to not so good, the first thing i check is the points.
usually cleaning or adjustment restores smoothness.

Bonello711 · 10-04-2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Llay R. Rac

when my 292 goes from running good, to not so good, the first thing i check is the points.
usually cleaning or adjustment restores smoothness.

Thanks, I'll start there.

'65 chevy lover · 10-04-2018, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bonello711

I tried that first and the inlet looks clear. I also sprayed inside the carb with cleaner and checked the inline fuel filter.

The thing that makes me think it's carb related is that it has to have full choke to even start and then staying on the gas for it to run. Can you pull the float bowl, or did you already do that?

andyh1956 · 10-04-2018, 10:31 PM

It's the Carpet.

jchav62 · 10-05-2018, 09:18 AM

I agree with it being a fuel/carb related issue. Sometimes a good whack with a screwdriver handle or a wrench is all it needs. Might have a stuck float or junk. Give it a shot...

Bonello711 · 10-05-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jchav62

I agree with it being a fuel/carb related issue. Sometimes a good whack with a screwdriver handle or a wrench is all it needs. Might have a stuck float or junk. Give it a shot...

I'll try that, thanks.

Bonello711 · 10-05-2018, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by '65 chevy lover

The thing that makes me think it's carb related is that it has to have full choke to even start and then staying on the gas for it to run. Can you pull the float bowl, or did you already do that?

I actually would have tried that first but there's not one.

jchav62 · 10-05-2018, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonello711

I actually would have tried that first but there's not one.

There has to be one.

Bonello711 · 10-05-2018, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jchav62

There has to be one.

Sorry, thought you meant the inline glass bowl which it doesn't have. I assume you mean inside the carb... (as I stated, I'm no mechanic, yet)

10-03-2018, 05:57 PM	#1
Bonello711 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Brownstown, MI Posts: 37	1962 straight 6 not running issues Hey guys, I'm not only new to old trucks, I'm also new to turning a wrench. My 62 Straight 6 was running fine until I installed a new stereo, carpet and seat. I can't believe I messed anything up but it now it barely runs at all. It starts on full choke but runs very rough. It won't run at all when I push the choke in unless I stay on the gas. When I get rolling is won't go over five mph and continues to stall. (was told to check the fuel filter element on the fuel line going into the carb but mine doesn't have one. I also have a newer fuel tank and hardware with a new in-line fuel filter) Need Help Please... Any suggestions would be appreciated. Last edited by Bonello711; 10-03-2018 at 06:48 PM. Reason: Adjusting title

10-03-2018, 06:49 PM	#2
Bonello711 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Brownstown, MI Posts: 37	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues

10-03-2018, 07:43 PM	#3
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues When did you move the tank? __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

10-03-2018, 11:13 PM	#4
'65 chevy lover Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ft. Worth, Tx Posts: 536	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues Sounds like the carb has trash in it. Pull the inline filter and see if it has stuff in it.

10-04-2018, 04:32 AM	#5
vince1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Calgary Alberta Posts: 1,170	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues Ignition problem? Condenser? What does the spark look like? What wiring changes did you do?

10-04-2018, 05:45 PM	#9
Llay R. Rac Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Arizona Posts: 324	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues when my 292 goes from running good, to not so good, the first thing i check is the points. usually cleaning or adjustment restores smoothness. __________________ 1965 Suburban, 2 wd.,292, 4-speed. proudly owned and operated since Valentines day 1969.

10-04-2018, 10:31 PM	#12
andyh1956 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: thomastown mississippi Posts: 1,261	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues It's the Carpet.

10-05-2018, 09:18 AM	#13
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: 1962 straight 6 running issues I agree with it being a fuel/carb related issue. Sometimes a good whack with a screwdriver handle or a wrench is all it needs. Might have a stuck float or junk. Give it a shot... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

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