Re: [doc] fuel accumulator part no

["blackaddertoo" <blackaddertoo@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi

Thanks Richard.

as yet i haven't checked for a spark, but i think there is one as it 
does seem to try to start then dies.
i wanted to run the engine for a few minutes before trying to change 
the plugs.

I will put more petrol in just in case i've run most out!!.
Considering its sat 11 years its in surprisingly good nick. one or 
two bits of frame rust (one area will need welding)
But overall OK.
heater fans are dead, so is passenger elec window, stereo, and 
indicators. none of which should be too much trouble with some 
electrical cleaner. Craig Stereo looks brand new
Can't wait to drive her (or at least start!!)

Thanks again

Regards

Steve




--- In doc-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Nick Tomlinson 
<nickandkathryntomlinson@xxxx> wrote:
> Steve,
>  
> Fuel Accumulators are only there to help keep system pressure up to 
help hot starts (prevent fuel vapour by keeping it under pressure)
>  
> I presume you have checked the obvious like you have a spark at the 
spark plugs, timing is correct, you have enough fuel in the tank to 
cover the pick up pipe and pump inlet (in case there is a split here 
etc.
>  
> Try and hold the metering flap down by 1cm and get someone to start 
the engine. You may have the metering flap adjustment screw too lean 
so NOT getting the correct ratio of fuel to air by displacement of 
the metering flap.
>  
> With all things, without actually being abe to look at the engine 
it's hard to diagnose whats wrong.
>  
> NickT.
> 
> blackaddertoo <blackaddertoo@xxxx> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi Richard
> 
> Thanks for the info.
> 
> i have pumped petrol/cleaner through and fitted 6 temporary pipes 
to 
> the fuel distributor.
> 
> ran the pump and pushed plunger down, and fuel came out through 
> pipes.
> 
> (was trying not to remove intake etc and injectors. want to try to 
> run it before changing plugs).
> 
> with a faulty metering head, did you still get petrol to the 
> injectors??.
> 
> DMC news site seems to say cold start system is prone to faults.
> 
> Thanks foe any help you can give.
> 
> Does yours start now ok??.
> 
> Regards
> 
> Steve
> 
> 
> snipped cos its long by NickT....
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