[T2] why it won't start

[John Rogers]

What I might try doing is this. Disconnect all but one spark plug wire from
the distributor. Make certain that one remaining wire has fire by holding
the end a tiny distance from the engine block. It should jump a spark if
all is right. If it does not it is possible your engine block is not
properly grounded or else there is something not right at the distributor.
Once you are certain you have a spark reconnect this one wire to the spark
plug. Crank. If nothing move to the next spot on your distributor and the
next and the next until all for positions have been tested. If still
nothing advance or retard your distributor approximately 45 degrees and
repeat. This method will let you know with almost absolute certainty
whether it is a timing issue. If fuel is suspected try squirting ether or
WD-40 into the air intake. The tranny to frame ground strap can be a
culprit. Also the spark plug gap. It should not be too large. I do not
recall whether you have points or electronic ignition, but you should not
have to go looking there if you are getting a strong spark. Is it possible
you have an air intake leak? Hope you do get this done. Regards, John















































































































































On Tue, Jun 9, 2015 at 3:41 PM, Pat Spragge/RFAN <Pat.Spragge at rfan.com>
wrote:

> I hear you...this has gone on for too long.  Totally baffled.
>
> Take a week off...and then slowly step through all of the troubleshooting
> steps with your schematic in hand....maybe a little meditation on the
> side.  You can do this.
>
> Pat
>
>
>
> From:   accessys at smart.net
> To:     Pat Spragge/RFAN <Pat.Spragge at rfan.com>,
> Cc:     Ken Madson <kenm at thebusco.com>, type2 at type2.com, type2
> <type2-bounces at type2.com>
> Date:   06/09/2015 02:28 PM
> Subject:        Re: [T2] why it won't start
>
>
>
>
> 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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