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How to lean a Edelbrock 1406?
I run an Edelbrock AVS2 #1906 on my 454 and had problems with running rich and the exhaust at idle smelling like raw gasoline. If you haven't already, first thing to look at is the fuel system because if you don't have correct fuel pressure to the carb you'll never, ever get it properly tuned...- dsteelejr
- Post #6
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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From a 700R to a Muncie M21 or M22 or a Borg Warner T-10
I second that. I have one in my square and my uncle, who is retired mechanic, has one in his square. He swears they're bullet proof and running them low on oil is about the only way to destroy them. Would be a great tranny for a ranch truck, with a 6.55 ratio granny low and no overdrive.- dsteelejr
- Post #11
- Forum: Manual Transmission & Clutch
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Which carb to buy?
If you want something simple and easy to tune go with an Edelbrock. The Holleys have more fine tuning features, which is great for really dialing it in for racing. But if you want something tunable, yet simple, I think is great for street / strip applications go with edelbrock. I run an...- dsteelejr
- Post #18
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Burnt valve 350...fix or swap to 383, 454, 6bt?
I lived in the SF Bay Area until I was 29, then moved to Wyoming where there is no smog check. I thought if you run a diesel in California you had to have a state certified shop verify that it was a diesel because people were reporting their vehicles as diesel fueled so they could (illegally)...- dsteelejr
- Post #18
- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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How hard is it to swap my 3.08 gears to 3.73 gears?
x2 I had an ‘84 K5 with a 350 and 2.73 gears and it was gutless. I know the feeling. As far as having tall gears with large tires I’ve heard stories of it tearing up automatic transmissions because there is so much constant load. The torque converter is constantly locking and unlocking every...- dsteelejr
- Post #63
- Forum: Differential & Driveline
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Welding or Lunchbox front Diff locker for K10?
Sounds like you have a regular, garden variety open differential in the front. Like all forces in nature, power follows the path of least resistance so when you have a tire on a low traction surface that's where the power goes. Without seeing or knowing anything else about your truck, I'm...- dsteelejr
- Post #7
- Forum: Front Diff & Hubs
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New or used carb
Sticking with the Q-jet is probably the simplest and cheapest thing you can do. Either rebuild it (or have it rebuilt) or get a new one. In the alternative (and my preference) would be to get an aftermarket carb. I've have too many frustrating experiences with Holleys and I am partial to...- dsteelejr
- Post #41
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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New or used carb
The Holleys used on the 366 and 427 tall decks were the 4150G, a special governed carb. The tall decks had a redline of 4,500 RPM and GM governed them at 4,000 RPM with no load and 3,800 RPM under load. There was a centrigfually operated spinner valve in the distributor that, when the governed...- dsteelejr
- Post #40
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Need vacuum diagram
What year? California or federal emissions? High altitude or low altitude? Automatic or manual transmission? It all makes a difference when looking for the correct label.- dsteelejr
- Post #7
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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PTO winch off a NP205 or Sm465.. has anyone done this?
I know it can be done. My uncle runs a hydraulic winch with a PTO on the SM465 on his '75 K20 and I want to do the same on my '80 K25. I'll have to pick his brain about it next time I talk to him. He is a retired mechanic and knows his stuff.- dsteelejr
- Post #2
- Forum: Transfer Case
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Anyone swap a 366 or 427 tall deck?
Most people either hate these engines because they are boat anchors or hot rod engine builders love them (at least the bare block) because they can easily stroke them out. Tall decks are 0.4 inches taller than the standard BBC (9.8 inches vs 10.2 inches). This is because they put a third...- dsteelejr
- Post #3
- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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Anyone swap a 366 or 427 tall deck?
I'm considering dropping in a tall deck 366 or 427 into my K25 when the time comes to replace the 454. Information about tall decks is relatively scarce compared to standard SBCs and BBCs, but I did find some valuable info on what modifications would be needed and they are only minor. I am also...- dsteelejr
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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454 Big Block MPG
Not knowing what you have or have not done thus far, I would start with the timing. It is often overlooked and underestimated what it can do for power and fuel economy. Timing is not just a set-in-stone number. Each engine has a sweet spot for where it will run best based on the carburetor...- dsteelejr
- Post #26
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
