[s-cars] Dreaded won't start ...

[Steve Powers]

Jerry -

> In my opinion, this would not eliminate a fuel problem.  I had a
> starting problem in cold weather that turned out to be a gummed check
> valve in the fuel pump.  The fuel would drain out of the fuel line in
> very cold weather, so that there was no line pressure until the line
> filled again.  This would run down the battery before it would start.
> It would eventually start and run fine with a jump from another car.
> After installing a fuel pressure gauge on the fuel rail, I could see
> that during the long cranking, there was no pressure.  After running a
> can of  BG 44K (NAPA $23), through the tank, the problem was fixed and
> the check valve would again hold pressure. I now run the BG once a year
> to keep the slime out of the tank. Chevron Pro-Guard might also work,
> but 44K is what all the pro mechanics use.

I gotta disagree Jerry. If one can get a car started via whatever
means, have it run without problem for 20 miles, pulls full boost (26
psi) on command and otherwise runs fine - I'd say there's fucking no
chance in hell (read: little chance) that it's a fuel problem.  <g>

but hey, if you want to spend the money and trouble to get a fuel
pressure gauge don't let me dissuade you.

Steve Powers