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Re: [TR] TR6 starts but won't run

To: jimhearn1@comcast.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [TR] TR6 starts but won't run
From: Chip19474@aol.com
Date: Mon, 2 Jul 2007 11:23:24 EDT
In a message dated 7/2/2007 1:28:09 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
jimhearn1@comcast.net writes:

but
it won't continue running more than a second or  two. 


Jim,
 
After it quits, pull the first plug wire, crank the engine and check  for 
spark......it'll probably be there but it's a quick check to rule out  ignition 
problems.  Despite the full fuel filter, the filter may actually  be clogged 
and restricting flow.  They are cheap and you should replace it  anyway given 
the inactivity of the car.  If that doesn't help, drop the  carb bowls and 
check 
the carb float valves to be sure they are working  okay.....the valves may be 
gummed up and not opening far enough or quickly  enough to feed fuel after 
the car starts.
 
Chip Krout
Delaware Valley Triumphs, Ltd.
Skippack, PA   USA

'76 TR6 CF57822U 





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