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From: NormB on 12 May 2007 12:41
This truck has been sitting for about 9 years not started or driven. I have
it running some it usually takes me pouring gas in caraburetor to get it
running but then it will run if you keep gas peddle in about half way I
did get it to run and drive it just a short distance. Will not idle.
Norman

From: al on 12 May 2007 23:25
On May 12, 12:41 pm, "NormB" <nrbrit...(a)yahoo.com> wrote:
> This truck has been sitting for about 9 years not started or driven. I have
> it running some it usually takes me pouring gas in caraburetor to get it
> running but then it will run if you keep gas peddle in about half way I
> did get it to run and drive it just a short distance. Will not idle.
> Norman

Before I bought my 1987 it sat for a year or so without running except
for being started every once in a while. I could never get it to idle
right despite much BG44K run through it. I also tried cleaning the
carb internally but it didn't help. I finally put a Weber on it. I
wish you luck. Al

From: Ernie Leimkuhler on 13 May 2007 00:56
In article
<34bff8737fc65683120736c33d5b8c2b(a)localhost.talkaboutautos.com>,
"NormB" <nrbrittle(a)yahoo.com> wrote:

> This truck has been sitting for about 9 years not started or driven. I have
> it running some it usually takes me pouring gas in caraburetor to get it
> running but then it will run if you keep gas peddle in about half way I
> did get it to run and drive it just a short distance. Will not idle.
> Norman

The carburetor needs to be rebuilt.
The kits only cost about $65, but it is very tedious and complex.
I have done 2 carb rebuilds for toyota 22Rs and it is a bit of a pain,
but buying a rebuilt carb runs around $250 to $300.

I would also recommend draining the gas tank and refilling with premium
gas with some octane booster.

And replace the fuel filter, it is clipped to the frame right in front
of the passenger side rear wheel.

Some of the vacuum hoses may be dried out so check them.
You can buy lengths of vacuum hose at any parts store.

They are really tough trucks to kill, but if abandoned any carbed
vehicle with gum up.
From: Jeff on 13 May 2007 17:07
NormB wrote:
> This truck has been sitting for about 9 years not started or driven. I have
> it running some it usually takes me pouring gas in caraburetor to get it
> running but then it will run if you keep gas peddle in about half way I
> did get it to run and drive it just a short distance. Will not idle.
> Norman
>
Check that electric Fuel Shutoff Solenoid. It can get clogged with crud.
If so, it's a quick and cheap fix. Also, drain the float bowl. Be
careful.
From: jp2express on 14 May 2007 10:00
NormB: I agree with everyone here - do something about that carburetor and
get rid of that old gas.

Ernie: Is there a simple way to check for vacuum leaks? I have no idea how
to do it, and I suspect my truck may have several. The vacuum hoses slide on
and off with little to no effort.

"Ernie Leimkuhler" wrote:
>
> Some of the vacuum hoses may be dried out so check them.
> You can buy lengths of vacuum hose at any parts store.
>


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