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> Runs rough - spark plug doctors?
torakki
post Apr 17 2021, 07:31 PM
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On my '74 2.0, I can't get it to run right. It's gone through a restoration and put aside for 2 years. Now, back on it and it's almost done but[b] number 1 and 4 spark plugs are clean/wet and 2 and 3 are black, (after 10 seconds of running). What I've done so far: Rebuilt MPS, gapped points, static timing, set fuel pressure at around 27 lbs. Compession between 90 and 110. Plugs are sparking. All injectors spray (not sure of pattern). I believe plugs were new 2 years ago. They look new. It runs really rough, white smoke out exhaust and some mild popping. I though, maybe injector triggers but all are working from my, spray in the cup, test. Dizzy backwards? Any ideas to what's going on??
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post Apr 18 2021, 02:02 AM
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QUOTE(torakki @ Apr 17 2021, 05:31 PM) *

Rebuilt MPS


How did you recalibrate your MPS after it was "rebuilt"?

While its possible you have multuple issues here, I suspect the major problem(s) all have to do with your injection.

First off, looks like you are running really rich so need to check all the things assoicated with that MPS, Head temp sensor resistance, leaking cold start valve etc. Really suspicious of of the MPS given its been apart.

Second, only thing shared between cylinder 1 and 4 is the injector bank, same with 2 and 3. so it looks as if your two injection banks might not be delivering the same fuel (one bank rich and sooting up the plugs and the other bank is SO rich its not allowing firing at all.) though what would cause that im not exactly sure, would have to be electrical though.

Either way you seem to be really rich so I would sort out that issue first and go from there. Might help if you can get access to a known good parts that match your car and try swapping things out.
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