Posted August 10, 20186 yr comment_555051 I am not a pro mechanic, I started on this project z ‘75 280z fuel injected. I changed all the gaskets and realized I needed new fuel injectors. I pulled them and changed them. I didnt relieve the pressure by disconnecting the line and letting the pump pump it out. I leaked some fuel and relieved the pressure that way. I replaced everything and put the car back together when i went to turn it on it wouldnt turn on. It cranks and if i give it gas it tries to turn on but wont stay on. I think i have spark. When i have the key in the on position i can hear the fuel pump working. My gas tank currently has under a quarter of gas. And before i change all the spark plugs and wires how can i make sure if its the gas pressure or if it isnt getting enough gas. I changed the fuel filter too. What should i do to run diagnostics? Thank you! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 20186 yr comment_555056 1 hour ago, Spikzsta said: I started on this project z ‘75 280z fuel injected. It cranks and if i give it gas it tries to turn on but wont stay on. I think i have spark. Did it run when you started the project? Try starting fluid. Make sure that the intake manifold and crankcase are fully sealed. All of the injector o-rings, the oil filler cap, all ports on the manifold must have a hose or be blocked. Even the dip stick tube has to be sealed. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 10, 20186 yr Author comment_555065 1 hour ago, Zed Head said: Did it run when you started the project? Try starting fluid. Make sure that the intake manifold and crankcase are fully sealed. All of the injector o-rings, the oil filler cap, all ports on the manifold must have a hose or be blocked. Even the dip stick tube has to be sealed. It ran. I will try starting fluid. Im sure everything is sealed but ill double check. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555065 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 12, 20186 yr comment_555104 Also check wire connections to pump, injectors and ignitionSent from my [device_name] using http://Classic Zcar Club mobile Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 12, 20186 yr Author comment_555106 1 hour ago, ajmcforester said: Also check wire connections to pump, injectors and ignition Sent from my [device_name] using http://Classic Zcar Club mobile I havent gotten a chance to work on it but... i did an egr delete would that have anything to do i disconnected a wire im guessing it was to a water temp gauge could that be giving me an error? All the pipes were sealed and headers installed Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 12, 20186 yr comment_555107 I havent gotten a chance to work on it but... i did an egr delete would that have anything to do i disconnected a wire im guessing it was to a water temp gauge could that be giving me an error? All the pipes were sealed and headers installed Not what I'm thinking old cars sometimes a wire connections don't always connect after disconnecting.Sent from my [device_name] using http://Classic Zcar Club mobile Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555107 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 12, 20186 yr comment_555109 Did you plug the one under the throttle body that comes off the EGR or BPT, I can't remember which but it's the one circled in yellow in this photo. Here's a good picture of the connections on a "77. Thanks to @240260280 His write up, http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/electricalconnections/index.html Edited August 12, 20186 yr by siteunseen Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555109 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 12, 20186 yr comment_555110 I just took the EFI harness off my 77 and there is also a ground in the engine compartment the drivers side strut bulge. I missed this one in the drawing above. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 13, 20186 yr Author comment_555166 On 8/12/2018 at 4:27 AM, siteunseen said: Did you plug the one under the throttle body that comes off the EGR or BPT, I can't remember which but it's the one circled in yellow in this photo. Here's a good picture of the connections on a "77. Thanks to @240260280 His write up, http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/electricalconnections/index.html I plugged upthe one for the egr. I gotta check the wiring again i will be changing the spark plugs and wires anyway Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 13, 20186 yr Author comment_555167 On 8/12/2018 at 4:05 AM, ajmcforester said: Not what I'm thinking old cars sometimes a wire connections don't always connect after disconnecting. Sent from my [device_name] using http://Classic Zcar Club mobile The temp and thermostat sensors were in a plug together with the egr. Ill try pluging that in maybe thats why it isn’t starting? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555167 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 13, 20186 yr comment_555168 3 minutes ago, Spikzsta said: The temp and thermostat sensors were in a plug together with the egr Can you post pics of what you are talking about, I'm not following you. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555168 Share on other sites More sharing options...
August 13, 20186 yr comment_555169 On 8/10/2018 at 2:11 PM, Spikzsta said: I changed all the gaskets And are you referring to the injector seals? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60561-fuel-problems-spark/#findComment-555169 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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