[Vwdiesel] no start - update

[Kris]

So.. I tried adjusting the timing again and getting everything back
together.  The timing came out a bit retarded but I thought I could just
pull the timing adjustment knob to compensate (to test).

After cranking with a borrowed new battery, the engine would crank and
then rev up high and die.  I tried this a couple of times.

Then I tried with my foot on the gas.  I can get it to idle with my foot
more than half way down on the gas.  I assume this is because of off
timing?  I was just happy it was running.  Lots of exhaust from the
front of the head.  I assume this is because I didn't get new heat
shields for the injectors.  <sigh> Maybe I'll throw in some rebuilt
ones.

Thanks for the tip on unbolting the injection pump and moving it from
the back.  I didn't know you actually had to move the pump!

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