Project "Blown HD" my 6/8 drop/shortblock/heads/cam/blower/tranny install
Jun 7, 2008 | 09:08 PM
#2661
thanks guys
latest:
the wife started the truck for the first time about a 1.5 weeks ago, ran for about 30secs then died. A few days ago she tried again, ran for about 5 secs then died.
The only thing I can think of is the warmer weather is causing this to happen, thoughts?
Obviously, there's not a whole lot I can do from out here, just need some suggestions.
I don't think we nailed the cold start spot on, but we were confident it was good enough to idle and such while I was away.
I'd really like to be able to run the truck longer than a few seconds, keep everything lubricated you know, it will be sitting a long time.
Thanks,
Grippy
latest:
the wife started the truck for the first time about a 1.5 weeks ago, ran for about 30secs then died. A few days ago she tried again, ran for about 5 secs then died.
The only thing I can think of is the warmer weather is causing this to happen, thoughts?
Obviously, there's not a whole lot I can do from out here, just need some suggestions.
I don't think we nailed the cold start spot on, but we were confident it was good enough to idle and such while I was away.
I'd really like to be able to run the truck longer than a few seconds, keep everything lubricated you know, it will be sitting a long time.
Thanks,
Grippy
Jun 8, 2008 | 01:19 AM
#2662
I said fouled because it sounded like the problem got progessivley worse.A lean condition will most likely idle consistently bad.Either way the truck does need a good drive around the block every week.
Jun 8, 2008 | 01:47 AM
#2663
Launching!
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From: Reno NV
You can get started on fouled plugs if AFR's are decent, but when you go for a drive and step into it you get misses. I guessed tuning because there are so many adder tables for fueling that reference IAT's and ECT,s. Iv been there done that with these same symptoms and once warm everything is spot on with AFR,s. Im sure once its warmed up it is fine. It needs just a little more time on start up and idle tuning which is all part of the shake down process.
Jun 8, 2008 | 02:10 AM
#2664
You can also have a hard time getting started with fouled plugs its a moot point.Regardless something not right I can't be a 100% sure about his problem with out the vehicle in front of me I just shared my best educated guess.So at worst he pulls a plug and it looks fine no harm done.
Jun 8, 2008 | 09:01 AM
#2665
It is just rich on start-up and fouling the plugs. We were only able to get a little more then an initial start-up and WOT tune in it before he left. Made sure he was safe to drive it around and then he needed to spend some time with family before leaving. I am right down the street so I can go over and clean up the startup whenever it is convenient.
Jun 9, 2008 | 02:36 PM
#2666
thanks a million joe! I really appreciate the help while I'm away on WestPac.
I sent the wife an email about this.
Maybe you can take the truck around the block and see if everything is good to go while your over. I filled the tank with Super Unleaded before I left and added 2 cans of Torco octane booster, probably equal to 95 octane in there. Don't worry, next cup of coffee is on me as long as you don't order a large, lol
I sent the wife an email about this.
Maybe you can take the truck around the block and see if everything is good to go while your over. I filled the tank with Super Unleaded before I left and added 2 cans of Torco octane booster, probably equal to 95 octane in there. Don't worry, next cup of coffee is on me as long as you don't order a large, lol
Jun 21, 2008 | 12:13 PM
#2670
I had some custom ARP bolts done and picked them up yesterday. You will love them, I have a set for you when you get back.