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Old Jan 24, 2011 | 10:57 PM
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not even related to this thred, but since there is so many people with some handy knowledge i figured i give it a shot. me and my dad is thinking about going in on a 66 impala ss, it has a 355 in it that has been in it for a few years, problem is we want to hear it run before we buy it and this is kind of hard because it doesnt have an ignition switch or any wiring to it. so what would be the best way to start it temporarily just to hear the motor?? thanks in advanced
 
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Old Jan 24, 2011 | 11:15 PM
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A chevy question?

I know, but I would rather not answer in a public forum. Just google it, you'll need two wires to crank and run.

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Old Jan 24, 2011 | 11:17 PM
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ugghh ok lol. yes i know its a chevy question, im a ford man myself. but if its an old car i dont care what it is lol
 
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Old Jan 24, 2011 | 11:22 PM
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ummmm, no luck. i guess we will find some way to rig it to get it to run. if only for 30 sec just to make sure it dont smoke or anything
 
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Old Jan 24, 2011 | 11:25 PM
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Alright, alright.

Info is for entertainment purposes only, not liable for theft, vandalism or all out voodoo witchcraft.

Battery + to + on coil or to "I" on starter.

Small heavy gauge wire from large post of starter to "S" will start cranking.

Tecref4

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