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66jax · 03-01-2012, 07:29 PM

Wassup guys and gals, been lurking here for a while now and finally registered up, this site has now turned into a money pit for me with all the rad rides on here!
Any way bought a '66 C10 2 months ago from a guy in GA., he said he really did not have time to drive and it mostly sat, truck was in awesome shape and it fit my budget so I went and got it.

Just got done re-wiring it with a painless kit(anything but for a rookie) and have been driving it everyday. Truck has a 305 V8 with a quadrajet carb on it, I can be cruising but when I hit 50-60mph it starts to bog down like it is going to run outta gas, so I replaced the fuel filter went out and stomped on it and it drove great, been driving fine for 3-4 weeks until today, way home from work it started bogging down again at 55mph, any leads on what to do next would be great as I am not a problem solver in the mechanic field, slowly learning.

I will post pics of my ride when I figure out how to from an iPhone
Thanks again everyone
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Sillyoldman · 03-01-2012, 07:37 PM

Welcome & yes do post some pics.

SS317 · 03-01-2012, 08:04 PM

Welcome!! Sounds like you might have a dirty fuel tank. Pull off that filter you just installed and blow through it. If it's plugged you might want to drain and clean out the tank a little. If not then we need to do some more troubleshooting.

66jax · 03-01-2012, 10:41 PM

Well going to give this a try here's some pics

Loading her up for the ride home

My little buddy
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66jax · 03-01-2012, 10:48 PM

The re-wire!

And my first project and daily driver!

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Turkey · 03-01-2012, 10:49 PM

Dang! That's one killer looking truck. Does it crank and idle with ease? Could be vacuum advance.

**jocko** · 03-01-2012, 10:49 PM

Niiiiice - I have a thing for blue/white 66s....

66jax · 03-01-2012, 10:52 PM

Cranks first try every time, idles smooth
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markeb01 · 03-01-2012, 11:39 PM

Wow that is a very nice truck. If you’re dealing with the oem fuel filter in the carburetor inlet, I’d suggest that might be the problem, especially if it’s the bronze type. If it is, I’d suggest installing an inline filter of your choice ahead of the carburetor. They can collect a ton more crud from the gas without plugging up. The inlet filter may already need to be cleaned again. It can be retained for secondary filtration, or simply eliminated.

65Gregg · 03-01-2012, 11:49 PM

Has your tank been relocated? In the first picture it looks like the filler is gone from the cab? I agree recheck your filter as your first step, if it's dirty again move to the tank. Nice "V" and truck, welcome.
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**Captainfab** · 03-02-2012, 02:12 AM

I agree with the fuel filter and/or a dirty fuel tank.

Very nice truck you have there

MOTOIMPAIRED · 03-02-2012, 04:11 AM

Beautiful truck!! I see your in Maitland. I'm in the process of trying to re-wire my truck also. Feel free to stop by and lend a hand anytime... LOL Hit me up if your ever near the airport..

lucifer · 03-02-2012, 07:39 AM

Welcome fellow floridian. Your truck looks awesome...nice find.
I agree with the masses that its gotta be a dirty tank.

Sillyoldman · 03-02-2012, 07:49 AM

We'll be seeing that truck in TOTM sooner or later.

likaroc13 · 03-02-2012, 12:51 PM

wow, i agree...what a great looking truck! welcome aboard....just curious, how much did it set you back (if you don't mind saying)? looks very solid, & lots of work already done...looks like you're ahead of the game! good luck with it

66jax · 03-02-2012, 01:02 PM

Thanks everyone for the comments, I think I lucked out compared to how they were priced here in FL. Picked it up for $7k,
Thanks for the tips guys will clean out the tank this weekend, and yes it has a blazer conversion tank
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66jax · 03-02-2012, 10:09 PM

Motorimpaired, are you by O.I.A.? I have been watching your build for a little while and you are light years ahead of me in skill bro, would love to come by and check out your truck sometime, are you stuck on any part of the wiring? Must admit I'm no electrical genius at all and had help from some very skilled buddies!

Are you going to Billetproof up at Don Garlitts? I think I have a crew of trucks riding out, we should meet up
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likaroc13 · 03-02-2012, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 66jax

Thanks everyone for the comments, I think I lucked out compared to how they were priced here in FL. Picked it up for $7k,
Thanks for the tips guys will clean out the tank this weekend, and yes it has a blazer conversion tank
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cool! based on what i've seen, i'd say you did well

dan42 · 03-02-2012, 11:35 PM

I'm not fond of this era of trucks but that is one bad truck! I love the stance and the two tone. Very nice!!!

MOTOIMPAIRED · 03-04-2012, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 66jax

Motorimpaired, are you by O.I.A.? I have been watching your build for a little while and you are light years ahead of me in skill bro, would love to come by and check out your truck sometime, are you stuck on any part of the wiring? Must admit I'm no electrical genius at all and had help from some very skilled buddies!

Are you going to Billetproof up at Don Garlitts? I think I have a crew of trucks riding out, we should meet up
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All the wiring sucks for me!!!! LOL

Thanks. I just got the transmision done and put the short block together yesterday. Going to see if I can get the rest done today and maybe get the motor back in. I really want to go to Billetproof but there is no way I will have the truck done. My goal is for Daytona and the way things look it might be a stretch.... I dont care even care if everything is not wired, as long as it runs and drives Im good..

Rich 5150 69 · 03-04-2012, 01:15 PM

Might want to check sinse the tank was moved to see if the tank is vented, either one on top of the tank or using a vented cap. that would act the same way..

66jax · 03-04-2012, 11:22 PM

Didn't get a chance this weekend to drop the tank and clean it(too large of a honey-do list!) hopefully Tuesday I will get around to it, thanks for all the ideas I will put all in effect...drove the truck to work yesterday and it drove fantastic, couple of spirited parking lot stunts and no problems at all
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Modges'66 · 03-14-2012, 09:03 PM

Nice truck!
I agree to put an inline filter in and you also might try a temp fuel pressure gage to monitor what is going on when it bogs...

03-01-2012, 07:29 PM	#1
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	FNG, and need some help! Wassup guys and gals, been lurking here for a while now and finally registered up, this site has now turned into a money pit for me with all the rad rides on here! Any way bought a '66 C10 2 months ago from a guy in GA., he said he really did not have time to drive and it mostly sat, truck was in awesome shape and it fit my budget so I went and got it. Just got done re-wiring it with a painless kit(anything but for a rookie) and have been driving it everyday. Truck has a 305 V8 with a quadrajet carb on it, I can be cruising but when I hit 50-60mph it starts to bog down like it is going to run outta gas, so I replaced the fuel filter went out and stomped on it and it drove great, been driving fine for 3-4 weeks until today, way home from work it started bogging down again at 55mph, any leads on what to do next would be great as I am not a problem solver in the mechanic field, slowly learning. I will post pics of my ride when I figure out how to from an iPhone Thanks again everyone Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

03-01-2012, 07:37 PM	#2
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: FNG, and need some help! Welcome & yes do post some pics. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

03-01-2012, 08:04 PM	#3
SS317 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Fruita, Colorado Posts: 222	Re: FNG, and need some help! Welcome!! Sounds like you might have a dirty fuel tank. Pull off that filter you just installed and blow through it. If it's plugged you might want to drain and clean out the tank a little. If not then we need to do some more troubleshooting. __________________ 1966 Chevy C-10 350 Engine 700R4

03-01-2012, 10:41 PM	#4
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! Well going to give this a try here's some pics Loading her up for the ride home My little buddy Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

03-01-2012, 10:48 PM	#5
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! The re-wire! And my first project and daily driver! Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

03-01-2012, 10:49 PM	#6
Turkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 427	Re: FNG, and need some help! Dang! That's one killer looking truck. Does it crank and idle with ease? Could be vacuum advance. __________________

03-01-2012, 10:49 PM	#7
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,968	Re: FNG, and need some help! Niiiiice - I have a thing for blue/white 66s....

03-01-2012, 10:52 PM	#8
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! Cranks first try every time, idles smooth Posted via Mobile Device

03-01-2012, 11:39 PM	#9
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: FNG, and need some help! Wow that is a very nice truck. If you’re dealing with the oem fuel filter in the carburetor inlet, I’d suggest that might be the problem, especially if it’s the bronze type. If it is, I’d suggest installing an inline filter of your choice ahead of the carburetor. They can collect a ton more crud from the gas without plugging up. The inlet filter may already need to be cleaned again. It can be retained for secondary filtration, or simply eliminated. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

03-01-2012, 11:49 PM	#10
65Gregg Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Willis, Texas Posts: 754	Re: FNG, and need some help! Has your tank been relocated? In the first picture it looks like the filler is gone from the cab? I agree recheck your filter as your first step, if it's dirty again move to the tank. Nice "V" and truck, welcome. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 65Gregg Blue long bed White TBSS 61 Impala “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” Mark Twain

03-02-2012, 02:12 AM	#11
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,248	Re: FNG, and need some help! I agree with the fuel filter and/or a dirty fuel tank. Very nice truck you have there __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

03-02-2012, 04:11 AM	#12
MOTOIMPAIRED Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 315	Re: FNG, and need some help! Beautiful truck!! I see your in Maitland. I'm in the process of trying to re-wire my truck also. Feel free to stop by and lend a hand anytime... LOL Hit me up if your ever near the airport.. __________________ My build thread: 1966 stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486223 1965 GMC fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651726

03-02-2012, 07:39 AM	#13
lucifer Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: simcoe ontario canada Posts: 681	Re: FNG, and need some help! Welcome fellow floridian. Your truck looks awesome...nice find. I agree with the masses that its gotta be a dirty tank. __________________ 65 burb On the road Mar 26th Finally

03-02-2012, 07:49 AM	#14
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: FNG, and need some help! We'll be seeing that truck in TOTM sooner or later. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

03-02-2012, 12:51 PM	#15
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: FNG, and need some help! wow, i agree...what a great looking truck! welcome aboard....just curious, how much did it set you back (if you don't mind saying)? looks very solid, & lots of work already done...looks like you're ahead of the game! good luck with it __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)



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03-02-2012, 01:02 PM	#16
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! Thanks everyone for the comments, I think I lucked out compared to how they were priced here in FL. Picked it up for $7k, Thanks for the tips guys will clean out the tank this weekend, and yes it has a blazer conversion tank Posted via Mobile Device

03-02-2012, 10:09 PM	#17
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! Motorimpaired, are you by O.I.A.? I have been watching your build for a little while and you are light years ahead of me in skill bro, would love to come by and check out your truck sometime, are you stuck on any part of the wiring? Must admit I'm no electrical genius at all and had help from some very skilled buddies! Are you going to Billetproof up at Don Garlitts? I think I have a crew of trucks riding out, we should meet up Posted via Mobile Device

03-02-2012, 11:35 PM	#19
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: FNG, and need some help! I'm not fond of this era of trucks but that is one bad truck! I love the stance and the two tone. Very nice!!! __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

03-04-2012, 01:15 PM	#21
Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	Re: FNG, and need some help! Might want to check sinse the tank was moved to see if the tank is vented, either one on top of the tank or using a vented cap. that would act the same way.. __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

03-04-2012, 11:22 PM	#22
66jax Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Maitland,FL Posts: 21	Re: FNG, and need some help! Didn't get a chance this weekend to drop the tank and clean it(too large of a honey-do list!) hopefully Tuesday I will get around to it, thanks for all the ideas I will put all in effect...drove the truck to work yesterday and it drove fantastic, couple of spirited parking lot stunts and no problems at all Posted via Mobile Device

03-14-2012, 09:03 PM	#23
Modges'66 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, otherwise known as Beer City U.S.A. Posts: 1,081	Re: FNG, and need some help! Nice truck! I agree to put an inline filter in and you also might try a temp fuel pressure gage to monitor what is going on when it bogs...

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