Hey guys,
Thanks for the replies and apologies for the late response.
I ended up disassembling the carb again to verify fuel level and check the airhorn flatness. Everything checked out.
A neighbor had even suggested the truck may have jumped time, and as unlikely as that was, I did...
Nope - rubber and steel are all in good shape. Nothing is deteriorated or leaking - the truck was stored and everything is still very pliable and fresh looking.
I verified fuel flow at the line at the carb - got 16 oz. with 15 seconds of cranking. Thought the pump may be fouled but was still...
Yes, I have confirmed 12v at coil, and spark. Everything in the distributor is new, including the ICM. The pickup coil is the only thing I have not replaced.
The tank selector switch is new and will only toggle between left to right. Regardless, I think that given the fact the truck runs no...
Yes - I replaced the fuel filter when I rebuilt the carb, it's brand new.
The carb rebuild included a new needle/seat, seals, gaskets, etc.
I installed a new brass float when I rebuilt it the first time.
I used spray cleaner and compressed air to blow out all orifices, replaced the...
Hello everyone,
My name is Thomas from Dallas and I have a lovely all original 1986 K30 Silverado with 23K miles, 5.7L LT9.
It came from an estate and I have been using this truck as my daily driver.
I have ironed out a few wrinkles that can be expected from a truck that wasn't used very...