Couple of problems...

[diabloceto]

Okay so when I got my truck it was running rough I took a couple of steps to correct this problem. I put a HEI dizzy in it, put a Edelbrock 1406 in it, and changed the plug wires. After all this it is still running rough. I did not change the plugs because honestly I couldn't get them to budge. I'm gonna try and tackle this tomorrow and get those changed.

So the truck cranks right up barely even touch the switch bam cranks but the idle is rough and it doesn't get any better when you get it up to speed driving either. I noticed ticking when it is running so I am thinking valve adjustment is in order. Also gonna go tomorrow and replace all the vacuum lines just to make sure all of them are good. Anything else I am missing and should check here?

Also notice when I let off the gas the truck is slowing down way too fast and I notice I hear something whining. I don't even know where to begin on this problem suggestions are welcome.

Then when I parked it to take a look under the hood I noticed steam coming from the bottom of the radiator. I also noticed on the driver's side of the radiator the whole side of it is a green color? Gonna check all the hoses tomorrow and might pick up a thermostat just in case.

I appreciate any suggestions.

Later...Richard

[JimKshortstep4x4]

Sounds like you have a pretty full "to do" list! The whining that you hear when you let off the gas is probably the pinion bearings in the differential.

Jim

[cdowns]

fuel and air filters are best when clean and new
if you have V8 with quadrajet carb the fuel filter is located in the body of the carb
for ticking i'd change oil and filter and add a pint of marvel mystery oil too// valva adjustments is a good way to cause alot of headaches

[diabloceto]

Yep fuel filter, air filter, oil filter and oil all new.

Yes I have a to do list not afraid to do the work just hate to waste time and money on the wrong thing you know.

Later...Richard

[wzuke]

I had a leaking power brake booster. I found it by disconnecting and plugging the vacuum line to the booster.

[71gmcburb]

timing chain?

[swamp rat]

If your plugs are stuck then ya may want to try a small shot of penitrating oil at the base of the plug, just don't use a lot! The rear plugs have a tendancy to want to oil foul.