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Uremco 3-3586 Carburetor
Carburetor for 1978 Chevrolet and GMC V8 Applications
Uremco 3-3586 is a replacement carburetor for select 1978 Chevrolet C10, C20, K10, and K20 trucks, plus the 1978 GMC Jimmy with 2GV or heavy-duty 2GV carburetion notes. It is built for owners restoring drivability, throttle response, and fuel delivery on classic GM truck applications.
Key Features
- Replacement carburetor for air and fuel delivery service
- Fits 1978 Chevrolet C10, C10 Suburban, C20, and C20 Suburban with Carburetor 2GV notes
- Fits 1978 Chevrolet K10, K10 Suburban, K20, and K20 Suburban with Carburetor 2GV notes
- Fits 1978 GMC Jimmy with Carb 2GV, Heavy Duty notes
- Uremco part number 3-3586 for catalog and service matching
Detailed Description
This Uremco carburetor is a direct-fit service part for select 1978 Chevrolet C10 and GMC Jimmy applications that use 2GV-style carburetion. It also covers related C20, K10, and K20 truck and Suburban listings from the same model year. If you are searching for a 1978 Chevrolet C10 carburetor replacement or a Uremco 3-3586 carburetor for a 1978 GMC Jimmy, this part matches the listed vehicle applications.
Part number 3-3586 is a practical choice for restoring fuel metering on older GM trucks where the original carburetor has worn throttle shafts, inconsistent idle, or fuel delivery concerns. The fitment data confirms application-specific coverage rather than universal use.
What It Helps Address
- Hard starting caused by worn carburetor components
- Rough idle or unstable idle speed
- Poor throttle response during acceleration
- Fuel delivery issues related to aging carburetion
- Driveability problems on 1978 Chevrolet and GMC truck applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the existing carburetor style and vehicle application before installation. Match the vehicle against the listed 1978 Chevrolet C10, C20, K10, K20, and GMC Jimmy fitments, including the 2GV and Heavy Duty notes, to confirm correct application. Inspect the intake mounting surface, fuel line condition, and linkage alignment during replacement.
Quality Assurance
Uremco 3-3586 is cataloged as a replacement carburetor for the listed GM truck applications and is identified by the part number used for service lookup and fitment verification.
This part fits 9 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Chevrolet | C10 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | C10 Suburban | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | C20 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | K10 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | K10 Suburban | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | K20 | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | Chevrolet | K20 Suburban | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carburetor 2GV |
| 1978 | GMC | Jimmy | 5.0L | V8 | N/A | Carb 2GV, Heavy Duty |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.