[T2] why it won't start

[Pat Spragge/RFAN]

adding this...
If it runs a sec or two on ether that would tend to indicate a fuel 
problem. If you are using ether, I would disconnect the fuel 
pump...relay/connection, etc....could be too much fuel getting in there 
due to high fuel pressure. 
Pat



From:   Pat Spragge/RFAN
To:     accessys at smart.net, 
Cc:     Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>, type2 at type2.com, "type2" 
<type2-bounces at type2.com>
Date:   06/09/2015 01:25 PM
Subject:        Re: [T2] why it won't start


with ether it sputters but still won't run.  (but at least isn't 
backfiring)

Sputters?  Does it sound like it is about to start or does it sound like 
only a couple of cylinders are firing?  When you checked spark, did you 
check all 4 cylinders/plugs? If it runs a sec or two on ether that would 
tend to indicate a fuel problem. Otherwise, spark/timing is suspect.
If fuel is the problem, would check pressure. If it doesn't sound like it 
is almost running on ether, I would chase spark issues.

There is something very basic that is being overlooked....gotta be fuel or 
spark. 

Pat




From:   accessys at smart.net
To:     Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>, 
Cc:     type2 at type2.com
Date:   06/09/2015 10:50 AM
Subject:        Re: [T2] why it won't start
Sent by:        "type2" <type2-bounces at type2.com>




went over everything with fine tooth comb.

. compression 115-120
. getting fuel injector firing
.  moved wire on coil that was on wrong terminal (thanks Jamie)
. hot spark
. checked valve lash. (hydr)
. reset timing

with ether it sputters but still won't run.  (but at least isn't 
backfiring)
am debating draining gas and putting in fresh.???

any other suggestions..???

thanks
Bob
(ps - 78 FI with auto tranny)



On Mon, 8 Jun 2015, Ken Madson wrote:

> Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2015 19:23:40 -0700
> From: Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>
> To: accessys at smart.net
> Subject: why it won't start
> 
> Have you done a compression check? (I know it is a new motor, but . . .)
>
>
>
> I have had customers adjust hydraulic lifters in a turn or so and not 
have
> any compression
>
>
>
> Regards,
>
> Ken Madson
>
>
>
> The Bus Company
>
>
>
>
>
>


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