Posted August 10, 200717 yr comment_218018 Okay my Z has been out of commision for like almost 3 months i have finally finished my l28 swap ...feels great to finally actually drive my z again but...i do have a lil problem ...the engine aint receiving fuel it must be the fuel pump and i checked and and turned it over and removed the hose and turned it over and nothing came out but im sure the fuel pump works =[ ...well heres some pics Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218022 how sure are you that the fuel pump works? do you have enough fuel in the tank? do you smell gas? chances are that somewhere you disconnected a hose/line fron the fuel tank. go to the fuel tank and check all of the hoses, especially the 2 that come out near the fuel level sender. also, you're going to be losing some power by not having air horns on them there SUs.... pick some up from MSA or cannibalize a stock back..... my $0.02 Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218022 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr Author comment_218023 no im running some weian air filters i just took them off Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218023 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr Author comment_218024 and im sure my fuel pump workes cuz i can hear it sucking and it always worked Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218029 If the electric pump is running and you have zero or a low amount of flow. Then check the filter that is in between the pump and the tank. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218029 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr Author comment_218037 im not using the elctric pump im using the mechanical Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218037 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr Author comment_218042 !!!!! she finally started! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218042 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218043 Well check the filter on the inner fender . Is it full of fuel? I have never been able to hear a mechanical pump over the sound of the engine running or turning over with the starter. If your pump is good it should be able to draw the gas from the tank, unless the line is plugged or a filter is clogged. If you disconnect the fuel line from the discharge side of the pump and connect a length of hose and put it in a gas can , have someone turn the engine over, you should have fuel flowing. If not and the line to the tank is not clogged , replace the pump. There are screens at the banjo fittings on each carb. If the pump proves good then check the screens for debris. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218043 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218044 FairladyZS30 said: !!!!! she finally started!OK, was it Divine intervention ? What proved to be the problem? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218044 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr comment_218045 FairladyZS30 said: no im running some weian air filters i just took them offthey air horns will go UNDER the filter. i'm sure someone has a pic.... they improve performance.glad to hear you got it started! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218045 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 200717 yr Author comment_218047 well the pump was working...and i sprayed starter fluid and then it just started...im so happy i get to drive her from now on =] and thanks gary Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/25168-first-sign-of-start/#findComment-218047 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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