Mike,
I've heard of this happening due to vapor lock. Is your fuel line run
too close to your exhaust or something else that causes it to get to hot?
Sounds reasonable since it'll start after setting for awile and cooling off.
Jeff Davis
'51 custom
'66 C10
>From: Mikerross@aol.com
>Reply-To: Mikerross@aol.com
>To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
>Subject: [oletrucks] Engine Stalling Problem
>Date: Thu, 6 Jul 2000 22:50:11 EDT
>
>Guys I installed a Chevy 305 in my 56 truck. I installed a rebuilt
>carbuerator. I only have about 10 miles on the rebuilt engine/truck.
>Initially it ran fine but now it runs for about 3-5 minutes sputters then
>dies. It cranks fine but won't start. Seems to be getting spark but no
>fuel. Installed a brand new fuel filter with the engine rebuild. After
>sitting for 15-20 minutes it will start again but will die again in 3-5
>minutes.
>
>The engine is turned. Full tank of fresh gasoline.
>
>I'm stumped and really frustrated. Any ideas?
>
>Thanks a lot.
>
>Mike
>oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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