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

[Jerry Scott]

My suggestion would be to only spend the $22 for the 44K and skip the 
pressure gauge.  It is certainly worth a try for a cheap fix.
Jerry

Steve Powers wrote:

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>>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.
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>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 f***ing no
>chance in hell (read: little chance) that it's a fuel problem.  <g>
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>but hey, if you want to spend the money and trouble to get a fuel
>pressure gauge don't let me dissuade you.
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>Steve Powers
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