starts but dies a 5-8 seconds later
#1
07-15-2016, 02:29 PM
starts but dies a 5-8 seconds later
Help Please
trying to get a 380sl running that has been sitting for years. removed and cleaned fuel tank. replaced fuel pump and filter.
the car will now start but will only run a few seconds before it dies.
any suggestions? I'm questioning the fuel pressure dampner. just before or when the car dies I hear a noise which sounds like it is coming from the fuel pump. I think the pump might be going dry and the noise is from the fuel pump impellers.
appreciate any input.
trying to get a 380sl running that has been sitting for years. removed and cleaned fuel tank. replaced fuel pump and filter.
the car will now start but will only run a few seconds before it dies.
any suggestions? I'm questioning the fuel pressure dampner. just before or when the car dies I hear a noise which sounds like it is coming from the fuel pump. I think the pump might be going dry and the noise is from the fuel pump impellers.
appreciate any input.
#2
07-15-2016, 11:52 PM
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How are the vacuum hoses, wiring, distributor cap and rotor? line from tank to pump? pump is installed correctly? sometimes new parts are bad. try a fuel system cleaner? the fuel system may have alcohol related issues. I like my corn in flakes, mashed potatos and gravy and cows, not my gas. it sure messes up atv's, especially if it sets too long.
Last edited by brookings; 07-24-2016 at 01:14 AM.
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