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Originally Posted by 66_goat
I guess I could disconnect the choke but I have no idea how....I have no experience with carbs. Someone else asked if it was the original carburator: It's not the original Carter AFB - it's an Edelbrock.
It seems to me though that it is most likely not the carb, it's just a "hot start" problem. I have had this problem ever since I've owned the car. It cranks normally when cold, but once it's hot, it hardly cranks at all. So what's my next step to solving the problem? Do I need to replace the starter or would something like the "hot shot" part from Painless wiring help boost the amperage to the solenoid (painless #30202)? I also found a Hot Start/Bump Start Solenoid Kit from Taylor (Taylor #383480). Would any of these help?
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It is either a timing issue, crappy battery or a weak starter. Big block Ponchos need a high torque starter because the engine will heat soak after it is shut off. Make sure your battery is good and at least 800 CCA as well.
Also, older cars may have corrosion inside the battery cables that you cannot see. It creeps up the insulator and knocks about 1/2 of your cranking amps out.
Food for thought...... 
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