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Slooptin replied to the thread Rochester Quadrajet Woes.IMO, it might be worth it to rebuild as the kits are pretty cheap. I just ordered an ACDelco rebuild kit off amazon for like $30. I also... -
Slooptin replied to the thread 350 tbi running too cold.It looks like those tabs lock the stat open once it hits the set temp. I'm assuming they open up when the truck fully cools down to let...
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Slooptin reacted to Bextreme04's post in the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue with
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oof... bummer. Glad you checked it though. If you had it dialed in near sea level and are now in Denver, I would start by dropping 2 jet... -
Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.Your comment had me thinking all day about leaking fuel bowl plugs so I pulled my q jet when I got home and sure enough, fuel bowl plugs...
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.So I haven't dove into adjusting the carb since the overheating seemed to be a bigger issue. Timing probably needs some attention too. I...
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.Yes, I had a 195 in there at first, but once the issue popped up, I swapped a 180 in it. I have a couple spare thermostats from just...
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.Appreciate the advice. Carb is running 11-12 afr at idle and will still get hot though
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Slooptin replied to the thread 350 tbi running too cold.So this was the t stat that was in there. Looks like there are tabs on the side to “lock” it open once it opens which probably explains...
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.Dang that’s good to know. No pics unfortunately so it looks like I’ll be removing heads after all. Might as well at this point if I’m unsure
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.So this is the head gasket i installed...
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Assuming your gauge is accurate, I'd say yes. Sounds like its hanging in the open position. It should open and close within 10 degrees...
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Slooptin replied to the thread 350 tbi running too cold.So even if I can watch the temp climb to 210 or a little past on cold start then basically drop down to 170, its a bad t stat?
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If its running less than 195 with a 195 stat, the stat is bad, the sending unit is bad or your gauge is defective.
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Since everyone's been helpful with my big block issue, i figured maybe someone knows what's going on with my small block. TBI 350 in my...
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Slooptin replied to the thread Big block running hot. Can’t figure out the issue.Sorry, meant 045 heads. I have another set of 049 cores sitting in my garage waiting to get some love.
