I have 65 c-10 chevy original 6 cylinder and I always have to pull out the choke just a little bit even after its warm to start it, On initial start I have to work the choke in and out as I pump gas and turn key, any ideas on why the carb needs choking even after its warm and is my starting procedure correct? Also how do i install the rubber bumpers on door and hood, the little rubber tit is a little bigger than the hole and I wont go in Thanks Ken
Ken: The manual chokes on these trucks, as well as others, require their own individual routine. You might check to see if your heat riser is working properly. Also, check your fuel delivery system, to ensure you are getting a good steady flow of fuel. The fuel line, fuel filter or carburetor may need some routine maintenance. The rubber bumpers on the door jamb are different between the '60-'63 and the '64-'66. Make sure you have the correct size. When inserting the bumper into the hole in the door jamp, apply some dish soap, dielectric grease or WD40 to the bumper. I insert a 1/8" center punch into the hole of the bumper and push it into the hole in the jamb. If you have the correct size bumper and it is lubricated, it will pop right in. Sometimes, you have to work it in at an angle and turn it into the opening. The bumpers on the front lip of the hood on the corners are a rectangular shape with one screw, that holds them in place. Make sure you have the correct bumpers. There are not the same design as the door bumpers. Good luck with your project and I hope this information is helpful. Tony
A little spit on the end of the bumper and give it a good push and it should go in. You might also try a small flat tip screw driver to ease it in but be carefull not to go too hard or it might cut the rubber or slip off and scratch the paint.
Thanks gentlemen for the help also the rectangular ones I got have a nail kind of drive pin with them whats that all about? Take care Ken Heres a pic of my truck
That nail looking thing is just a rivet. You can buy an inexpensive rivet gun just about any where. The long end goes into the gun and the short end goes into the hole and gasket. Press firmly against the hood and squeeze handle. Easy as pie.
67 c20 I am trying to make a daily driver out of my Grandpa's 67 C20. My Dad has put a ton of time and money into getting this old guy to run again, but every time he tells me its ready to go, I drive it home and the next morning have trouble keeping it running. I have to assume its user error. I think I may not be adjusting the choke correctly. I warm it up in the driveway for about 10 minutes before heading out. Problem is, every time I try to adjust the choke, I stall it out. Tips, anyone???
