It isn't really that bad on my blazer, after a week of not running it I just depress and release the gas pedal and itll usually start right up, maybe have to do it a second time if its really early in the morning. I used to have an old beater mustang that would be a pain to start in the morning. If I was lucky it'd start 3rd time (after depressing the pedal too). But since I usually ride my motorcycle and might not drive the truck for as much as a week, I'm wondering what makes older cars not start up right away when it's cold after not driving for awhile?

 

I have the same problem. I have a feeling that the fuel level drops in the carb after a while. I have a flooding problem on my '74 and I intend to overhaul the carb in the next week or so. I'll let you know if that makes a difference.
I have 3 older trucks and an '87 Caprice. I also have a company car to drive, so sometimes my trucks go a weeks without being driven.
If I started my truck every day, it would start on the first attempt.

Ahh, the suffering we have to endure, having more than one vehicle!

 

well seeing as every fluid slows down when its cold - not to mention your engine block gets very rigid against the pistons.... You have to understand that the cold puts a lot of wear and tear on a motor.. fluids have a lot of resistance and its hard to get them warm and free flowing in the winter. You could buy one of those engine block warmers that plugs into a 120v socket and keeps your oil and block warm all night long.