gunk as in perhaps rust particles that are from the gas tank. I know my slant had that problem i had to change the fuel filter about ever week for a while it got really bad
i think that also burned up my fuel pump cause i had to change it later on
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| Author: | DusterMunster [ Mon Nov 28, 2005 6:45 pm ] |
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Hey guys, I've been having some problems with my Duster lately. My Slant needs some work and is not in great shape, actually it is getting closer to a full overhaul, but I try to keep it running the best I can; spark plugs are always clean, fuel and air filters are replaced often, spark plugs cables are brand new, as well as the ignition coil and resistor. I rebuilt the carburator myself recently among other maintenance issues. Well, lately I've been having problems to start it, particulary warm, but also cold. The problem is not very often when hot. Also, while in idle the engine doesn't feel right, it misses and hesitates, and sometimes it stalls. Fortunately it starts back on immediately when I turn the key. I am not a mechanic and actually I am very far from being one, I have no mechanical training at all so I keep guessing what the problems could be. I used to consut a Haynes repair manual very often until my friend Dan Stern recommended me to think it twice and get the original factory repair manual instead (which I don't have yet). Anyways, I noted something that I am not sure how "normal" it is... I've always used a transparent fuel filter, and I remember it always half full when the engine is not running, when it does run, I could see the filter almost full but for a small air bubble on the top. Now, the filter is just empty all the time, even when the engine is running... of course there must be some fuel running through it but I barely see it. What do you think...? Cheers, Ed |
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| Author: | Valianator [ Mon Nov 28, 2005 7:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Fuel system problem? |
Quote: Anyways, I noted something that I am not sure how "normal" it is... I've always used a transparent fuel filter, and I remember it always half full when the engine is not running, when it does run, I could see the filter almost full but for a small air bubble on the top. Now, the filter is just empty all the time, even when the engine is running... of course there must be some fuel running through it but I barely see it. What do you think...? Cheers, Ed A new feul pump took care of it. HTH |
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| Author: | DusterMunster [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 11:41 am ] |
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Thanks Brian, I suspected it was the pump.... Ed |
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| Author: | slantvaliant [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 11:48 am ] |
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Gunk in the inlet sock is also a possibility |
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| Author: | DusterMunster [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 1:32 pm ] |
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Sorry slantvaliant, but I am not sure of the term "Gunk", could you explain? Thanks... Ed |
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| Author: | 1966 dart wagon [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 1:48 pm ] |
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gunk as in perhaps rust particles that are from the gas tank. I know my slant had that problem i had to change the fuel filter about ever week for a while it got really bad i think that also burned up my fuel pump cause i had to change it later on
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| Author: | slantvaliant [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 1:58 pm ] |
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Sorry for the confusion. I used the term gunk to refer to rust, assorted materials, and contaminants that can clog the mesh of the sock. I thinf of it as Gooey Junk = gunk. Not to be confused with the brand name Gunk. My fuel tank was full of various kinds of rust and dirt, causing many problems over the years. Cleaning the tank helped the car out a lot! |
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| Author: | sick6 [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 2:15 pm ] |
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if you are having trouble with starting, and you just rebuilt the carb, what kind of carb is it? I had the choke thermostat go on a carter 2 barrel almost every year (this was on my pick-up though). it also was worthless on acceleration depending on what temp it was. |
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| Author: | 75dartcustom [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 4:41 pm ] |
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Hey, I just replaced my fuel pump 2 weeks ago. Mine was leaking which also caused gasoline to enter the crankcase. That diluted my oil so that my oil pressure dropped and the light came on. An oil change took care of that. The pump was about $18 at Advance Auto. Not sure what your options are in Mexico. The install was easy except for the difficulty in reaching the bolts. I have a 225 from 1975. I have been told earlier models have more clearance on that side of the engine. I used a wrench and had to do the front bolt from under the car and the rear bolt from the top. You should also reroute your fuel line while you are at it. I also did this and my car starts right up when warm for the first time. Here are two links to guide you. I was able to find the 5/16 brass fittings at NAPA. Good luck and let us know how it goes. http://www.slantsix.org/forum/viewtopic ... +fuel+line http://www.slantsix.org/forum/viewtopic ... +fuel+line |
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| Author: | 75dartcustom [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 4:46 pm ] |
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What model/year is your car? |
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| Author: | DusterMunster [ Tue Nov 29, 2005 10:51 pm ] |
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Thank you guys... My car is a Valiant Duster 74, the Mexican version of the US Dart Sport... it has a simple Holley 1945 I will post a couple of pics later... Ed |
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| Author: | 75dartcustom [ Wed Nov 30, 2005 7:06 pm ] |
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this is an affordable service manual but lacks photo or good description. ask seller if they include both body and chasis books and whether they are original (as opposed to some type of cheap copy) and what condition they are in. make sure its not an owners manual but the actual book from the dealer. my chasis manual is 1 1/2 in thick (1975) body manual is thinner. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1974-PLY ... enameZWDVW also check: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1974-Ser ... enameZWD1V and: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Body-Ser ... enameZWD1V |
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| Author: | DusterMunster [ Wed Nov 30, 2005 11:41 pm ] |
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Thanks man I'll check it out... as an update, I noticed that the hose coming from the gas tank and into the gas pump was cracked, it was leaking gas, I replaced it and now the fuel filter is full again and the car does not stall anymore, I believe that was the problem... still feels hesitating and missing, but it got better... Ed |
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