My '86 chev truck broke down?

All of a sudden it started to chug when I stepped on the gas and eventually stalled and wouldn't start again...what could be the problem? And yes there be gas in it...Lol.


Answers:    does it enjoy twin gas tanks ?
could be a fuel pump
check the fuel filter, later for fuel pressure, then spark
It's 21 years antiquated after all, and it could be any of several things. What is your mechanic telling you? He can see it, we can't.
It sounds close to fuel. You need three things for an engine to run.Fuel,spark and combustion.It is usually a spark or fuel problem. I would first check for fuel .I believe 1986 be the last year for a carburetor.Start by removing the atmosphere cleaner and look the down the front barrels while pushing on the throttle. You should see fuel squirting into the carburetor.If it is fuel injection you need to check electrical system. You can cheat and spray ether or carburetor cleaner into the carburetor or throttle body while cranking the engine. If it does not start after check for fire by removing one of the spark plugs and grounding the plug and look for a spark.Once you determine the problem you may want to buy a Haynes or Peterson repair manual for roughly twenty dollars. Another great information source is Alldata. You can access an electronic manual for your vehicle for something like thirty dollars for one year.http://www.alldata.com/
If it is fuel injected, check to make sure the fuel pump works. Usually, you will hear some manner of sound from the fuel pump when you turn the ignition knob to run before you start it. If carburated, afterwards follow the other suggestions already posted.
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