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Re: Skidmore '67 C20
Compiled a list of what to do to get it running:
Used Carb - Edelbrock 1406 (eventually rebuilt as it wasn't working right)
New Intake - Edelbrock Performer
New Spark Plugs
Distributor refresh- New Points, Condenser, Gasket, Vac Advance
New Waterneck and thermostat
New valve cover gaskets (super leaky cork gaskets)
New Air Cleaner
Service the header exhaust valve
New Fuel Filter
Transmission kickdown swap
Electric Choke
Oil Change
Transmission top-off
I then installed and taught myself as I went. I learned a lot, especially that unlike newer cars- older cars were built with a lot more room for error. They kind of just grabbed whatever was on the shelf that day and it was assembled by whoever was standing closest. It makes it pretty hard to get to the bottom of things sometimes. It is why this board is so helpful.
All of these new parts and work really made this thing really wake up. It isn't quick (even with the 4.55 gears), but it is fun to get around town. I attempted to do a bit of tuning on the carb as it had a tendency to lean out on tip in and full throttle. It now runs well at full throttle but has an issue with transient throttle response where it goes momentarily lean. I will install a spare wideband I have in the parts box to get to the bottom of it.
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