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Mark380SL 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.

brookings 07-15-2016 11:52 PM

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.


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