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914 starts but won't continue running |
geustache |
Jun 15 2008, 09:49 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
can anyone help.
914 starts right up takes gas and runs for about a minute or two, then cuts off and won't start right back up have to stop trying for about 10 minutes and same thing all over again. stats 1970 914-4 1.7 dual webber carbs (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) |
SLITS |
Jun 15 2008, 09:54 AM
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"This Utah shit is HARSH!" Group: Benefactors Posts: 13,602 Joined: 22-February 04 From: SoCal Mountains ... Member No.: 1,696 Region Association: None |
1. Check for pinched fuel line, especially suction.
2. Check for clogged fuel filter Sounds like float bowls are filling, but not being refilled when engine is run. |
geustache |
Jun 15 2008, 11:27 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
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cwpeden |
Jun 15 2008, 12:45 PM
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Great White North, huh? Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-August 06 From: Victoria BC Member No.: 6,693 Region Association: Canada |
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geustache |
Jun 16 2008, 06:38 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
1. Check for pinched fuel line, especially suction. 2. Check for clogged fuel filter Sounds like float bowls are filling, but not being refilled when engine is run. Thanks i'll check that i thank thats the problem. I checked float bowl and it was full after runnining the engine the appeared to be empty. does the float bowl need adjusting or do you think i have to change them. Thanks in advance |
SLITS |
Jun 16 2008, 07:09 PM
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"This Utah shit is HARSH!" Group: Benefactors Posts: 13,602 Joined: 22-February 04 From: SoCal Mountains ... Member No.: 1,696 Region Association: None |
If they fill when not running and then run empty when you start the engine, there is a restriction in the fuel delivery.
The floats do need to be set for float bowl level. As the engine is running, the fuel pump should keep the float bowls full or near full. You need to check all your lines and the pump itself. |
rhodyguy |
Jun 16 2008, 08:44 PM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,192 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
jack engle and i pulled his tank today. same symptoms. shitey fuel screen in the tank.
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geustache |
Jun 16 2008, 10:24 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
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geustache |
Jun 16 2008, 10:26 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
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rhodyguy |
Jun 16 2008, 10:55 PM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,192 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
it's on the outlet tube inside the tank. i can't imagine getting to the screen with the tank in the car. it's a good opportunity to clean your tank, the well area under the tank, and renew your fuel lines. hopefully your car isn't full of fuel.
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Eric_Shea |
Jun 16 2008, 11:03 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,289 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
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Eric_Shea |
Jun 16 2008, 11:05 PM
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PMB Performance Group: Admin Posts: 19,289 Joined: 3-September 03 From: Salt Lake City, UT Member No.: 1,110 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
QUOTE i can't imagine getting to the screen with the tank in the car. Pretty sure you "can" but man... it's a pain. If I recall it's; Suspension pan off. Reach through the access hole. All by feel with gasoline running down your arm. Try the easy stuff first and work your way to the tank. Fuel filter? Bent lines or other obstructions? |
geustache |
Jun 17 2008, 01:36 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 6 Joined: 16-November 06 From: NYC Member No.: 7,223 |
QUOTE i can't imagine getting to the screen with the tank in the car. Pretty sure you "can" but man... it's a pain. If I recall it's; Suspension pan off. Reach through the access hole. All by feel with gasoline running down your arm. Try the easy stuff first and work your way to the tank. Fuel filter? Bent lines or other obstructions? Thanks, guys i've ordered the fuel line strainer, Gas tank Repair/Resealer, and Fuel lines under the tank. i'll try and do all the work over the weekend and let your know how i made out. |
cwpeden |
Oct 27 2008, 10:42 PM
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Great White North, huh? Group: Members Posts: 916 Joined: 20-August 06 From: Victoria BC Member No.: 6,693 Region Association: Canada |
How did your strainer look? Or have you got to it yet? It took me while to do mine as I had difficulty getting the seals for the tank fittings.
Hope all is well. |
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