[T2] why it won't start

[accessys at smart.net]

I have owned this bus for over 20yrs and I don't thing I have ever been so 
frustrated.

Bob


On Tue, 9 Jun 2015, Pat Spragge/RFAN wrote:

> Date: Tue, 9 Jun 2015 13:30:07 -0700
> From: Pat Spragge/RFAN <Pat.Spragge at rfan.com>
> To: accessys at smart.net
> Cc: Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>, type2 at type2.com,
>     type2 <type2-bounces at type2.com>
> Subject: Re: [T2] why it won't start
> 
> adding this...
> If it runs a sec or two on ether that would tend to indicate a fuel
> problem. If you are using ether, I would disconnect the fuel
> pump...relay/connection, etc....could be too much fuel getting in there
> due to high fuel pressure.
> Pat
>
>
>
> From:   Pat Spragge/RFAN
> To:     accessys at smart.net,
> Cc:     Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>, type2 at type2.com, "type2"
> <type2-bounces at type2.com>
> Date:   06/09/2015 01:25 PM
> Subject:        Re: [T2] why it won't start
>
>
> with ether it sputters but still won't run.  (but at least isn't
> backfiring)
>
> Sputters?  Does it sound like it is about to start or does it sound like
> only a couple of cylinders are firing?  When you checked spark, did you
> check all 4 cylinders/plugs? If it runs a sec or two on ether that would
> tend to indicate a fuel problem. Otherwise, spark/timing is suspect.
> If fuel is the problem, would check pressure. If it doesn't sound like it
> is almost running on ether, I would chase spark issues.
>
> There is something very basic that is being overlooked....gotta be fuel or
> spark.
>
> Pat
>
>
>
>
> From:   accessys at smart.net
> To:     Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>,
> Cc:     type2 at type2.com
> Date:   06/09/2015 10:50 AM
> Subject:        Re: [T2] why it won't start
> Sent by:        "type2" <type2-bounces at type2.com>
>
>
>
>
> went over everything with fine tooth comb.
>
> . compression 115-120
> . getting fuel injector firing
> .  moved wire on coil that was on wrong terminal (thanks Jamie)
> . hot spark
> . checked valve lash. (hydr)
> . reset timing
>
> with ether it sputters but still won't run.  (but at least isn't
> backfiring)
> am debating draining gas and putting in fresh.???
>
> any other suggestions..???
>
> thanks
> Bob
> (ps - 78 FI with auto tranny)
>
>
>
> On Mon, 8 Jun 2015, Ken Madson wrote:
>
>> Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2015 19:23:40 -0700
>> From: Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>
>> To: accessys at smart.net
>> Subject: why it won't start
>>
>> Have you done a compression check? (I know it is a new motor, but . . .)
>>
>>
>>
>> I have had customers adjust hydraulic lifters in a turn or so and not
> have
>> any compression
>>
>>
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Ken Madson
>>
>>
>>
>> The Bus Company
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
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