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Should I check the fuel pressure?, Just got the engine started and cam broke in... |
Bogaat |
Nov 12 2007, 10:32 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 195 Joined: 8-January 07 From: Charleston, SC Member No.: 7,436 |
I was having issues starting my 74 w/ newly built 2.0 w/ Djet and figured out my fuel pump went bad on me. I bought a newer 75-76 style (way cheaper) and it cranked right up. I broke in the cam, set the timing/idle and am installing my CVs so I can take this thing for a ride! It cranks right up and runs smooth...but it does seem to kick out a little black smoke when it is warm (white when first cranked, but it is cold out). Do I need to check the fuel pressure since I installed a new pump? Anything else to check? Could it be I just need to run this thing around the block for a bit? Thanks guys!
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Cap'n Krusty |
Nov 12 2007, 10:38 AM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
The pump doesn't determine the fuel pressure, the fuel pressure regulator does. I presume you properly converted the return line setup. The Cap'n
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Bogaat |
Nov 12 2007, 10:40 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 195 Joined: 8-January 07 From: Charleston, SC Member No.: 7,436 |
The pump doesn't determine the fuel pressure, the fuel pressure regulator does. I presume you properly converted the return line setup. The Cap'n Yup...return line good to go. So assuming it was set correctly with the old pump, then I should be good. Anything else to check/adjust for the black smoke? Should I be concerned at this point? |
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