Rough Desperation Idle from Cold Start... 2 min later.. purrs like a kitten

[jdc4357]

Hi,
I have 88 NA that I haven't driven in a couple of years. It has been stored in my garage and had NO cold start / engine idle issues in the past. I have gotten the itch to drive it again but getting it to start from a cold start is tougher to start than my dads 1929 Model A Ford. Below is a video of me trying to start from a cold start. Once I can get it to start I have to work that pedal to keep her running, and after about 2 minutes out of nowhere something happens and it runs perfect. No issues after that. Keep in mind the gas is 3 years old, but I don't think that would stop being an issue after 2 minutes. Engine is unmodified/stock intake/exhaust, etc... Just looking for any ideas what could be going on.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sYu3l4S0-g


Thanks,
jC

 

[IndigoMKII]

How long has it been since the engine has ran? Could just be trash for gas in the fuel lines/rail.

Also, I think start-up enrichment is two minutes long.

 

[rhs]

How long has it been since the engine has ran? Could just be trash for gas in the fuel lines/rail.

Echoing this. I've seen cars struggle after a couple months of not being run. Try new gas and drive it around the block.