[Firedawg85]

Originally Posted by geezer#99

Could be the root of your problem!
After all, the old rule of thumb is 'Timing First, Carb second.
Best to prove your timing marks.
Use this as a guide.
http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/w...op_dead_center

I apologize, its been a long day, but i recall setting the timing when adding all the gaskets to the new motor. We tore it down to the heads, block, and crank. The #1was at TDC, so, timing "shouldn't" the problem, but this truck is named Murphy for a reason.