Question #1: Starting Procedure?
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From: Woodland, CA
Question #1: Starting Procedure?
It's been a while since I've regularly driven a vehicle with a carb. What is the proper COLD starting procedure for the 4-bbl 351w in my '85? I usually turn the ignition on, put the pedal to the floor, release, and try the starter. Sometimes it starts right up, other times I need to work the throttle a few more times before it starts to run.
What SHOULD i be doing?
Thanks,
Rick
What SHOULD i be doing?
Thanks,
Rick
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From: Chicago, IL
Question #1: Starting Procedure?
pretty much that..
usually on a vehicle with a worn carb, i pump the pedal 2 times, then crank. both my '86 f-150 and my '85 Ranger have rebuilt carbs, electric choke and throttle control solenoid so i usually dont need to pump the gas
as long as it starts up, thats all that mattters..
usually on a vehicle with a worn carb, i pump the pedal 2 times, then crank. both my '86 f-150 and my '85 Ranger have rebuilt carbs, electric choke and throttle control solenoid so i usually dont need to pump the gas
as long as it starts up, thats all that mattters..
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From: Lincoln NE
Question #1: Starting Procedure?
Sounds like you have the same exact setup as mine, 4 brrl Holley? I had my carb rebuilt last fall. One pump and crank and it started great this last winter.
Since it's gotten warm this spring, it's always giving me fits. In other words, I pump the gas and it starts but dies right away. It seems to start better the colder the weather. You shouldn't have to pump the gas more than twice per crank if the carb/choke are working right.
Since it's gotten warm this spring, it's always giving me fits. In other words, I pump the gas and it starts but dies right away. It seems to start better the colder the weather. You shouldn't have to pump the gas more than twice per crank if the carb/choke are working right.
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Question #1: Starting Procedure?
I have a manual choke with an edelbrock on my truck. I pull the choke out half way, give it a half of pump of gas, and it'll fire on the first crank.
when I got the truck, it had the holley 4bbl. if you didn't hit it on the first try, it wouldn't start.. (ie, it flooded). I think the choke was hanging up. make sure yours is working correctly. all ford trucks seem to have choke trouble from time to time. that is why i went with the manual. that way i know its off
when I got the truck, it had the holley 4bbl. if you didn't hit it on the first try, it wouldn't start.. (ie, it flooded). I think the choke was hanging up. make sure yours is working correctly. all ford trucks seem to have choke trouble from time to time. that is why i went with the manual. that way i know its off
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From: Muskegon, MI (home)
Question #1: Starting Procedure?
When it's really cold outside I usually pump the gas 3 or 4 times and hit the key. I then feed it a little gas for 30 seconds or so and then let it warm up for a couple minutes before driving.
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