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kkaa607 · 02-22-2013, 11:27 AM

Got a 71 C20 with an inline 6 4 speed w granny on the floor. Engine runs great most of the time UNLESS it's cold then it takes me about 4-8 cranks to get it going. The rest of the day she will run fine but its the initial cold start I am having issues with. Any one got some pointers to help the engines fire up quickly, (better carb? less choke/more choke?) Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also looking for a grill for the front as mine is beat up pretty bad. Could buy a new one but thought I would throw that out there incase one of you have one in descent shape.. Thanks guys.

KKAA

Shyguy · 02-22-2013, 11:48 AM

How do you try to start the engine? Does your engine have a manual choke, if not you might want to check the choke and make sure it is adjusted right.

On a cold start: Mine has a manual choke so I pump the accelerator three times then hold it about half way down then pull on the choke before I try to start the engine.

67swb72klb · 02-22-2013, 11:53 AM

check the 67-72 parts board for a grill

kkaa607 · 02-22-2013, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Shyguy

How do you try to start the engine? Does your engine have a manual choke, if not you might want to check the choke and make sure it is adjusted right.

On a cold start: Mine has a manual choke so I pump the accelerator three times then hold it about half way down then pull on the choke before I try to start the engine.

Yea I have a manual choke also and the first start of a colder day I have to pump the gas 4-5 times and choke it to get it going... but once its going it runs great all day..

kkaa607 · 02-22-2013, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 67swb72klb

check the 67-72 parts board for a grill

Thanks I will do that...

bugmasta · 02-22-2013, 12:26 PM

Install a pertronix pointless ignition system. Made a world of difference on my 292. I have a grill from a 72 if you want to make an offer.

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kkaa607 · 02-22-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by bugmasta

Install a pertronix pointless ignition system. Made a world of difference on my 292. I have a grill from a 72 if you want to make an offer.

Posted via Mobile Device

Got a pic may be iinterested?? If it fits.. Seems the one on there now has the parking lights like the 70 model... not sure why/

bugmasta · 02-22-2013, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by kkaa607

Got a pic may be iinterested?? If it fits.. Seems the one on there now has the parking lights like the 70 model... not sure why/

send me a PM with your email

02-22-2013, 11:27 AM	#1
kkaa607 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 14	Need advice and pointers 71 c20 Got a 71 C20 with an inline 6 4 speed w granny on the floor. Engine runs great most of the time UNLESS it's cold then it takes me about 4-8 cranks to get it going. The rest of the day she will run fine but its the initial cold start I am having issues with. Any one got some pointers to help the engines fire up quickly, (better carb? less choke/more choke?) Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also looking for a grill for the front as mine is beat up pretty bad. Could buy a new one but thought I would throw that out there incase one of you have one in descent shape.. Thanks guys. KKAA

02-22-2013, 11:48 AM	#2
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: Need advice and pointers 71 c20 How do you try to start the engine? Does your engine have a manual choke, if not you might want to check the choke and make sure it is adjusted right. On a cold start: Mine has a manual choke so I pump the accelerator three times then hold it about half way down then pull on the choke before I try to start the engine. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

02-22-2013, 11:53 AM	#3
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,471	Re: Need advice and pointers 71 c20 check the 67-72 parts board for a grill __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

02-22-2013, 12:26 PM	#6
bugmasta Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 272	Re: Need advice and pointers 71 c20 Install a pertronix pointless ignition system. Made a world of difference on my 292. I have a grill from a 72 if you want to make an offer. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 c20 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358130 Club longbed ...cause girls like'em long!!!!!



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