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Re: filthy rich


In a message dated 97-10-25 10:14:42 EDT, you write:

<< 	Would a leaky/sticking injector cause the fuel pressure gauge to
 flutter all over the map?  The pump *sounds* like it's working hard &
 steadily, but that's no accurate measure.  I suppose the things to do next
 include pulling the injectors & watching how they're squirting/leaking,
 confirming that the cold start jet isn't leaking, and then look to the
 pump/filter/pressure regulator.  Also, check the voltage regulator again
 (been a while).
 
Any more thoughts, anybody?>>

Greg:

Sounds like a bad fuel pressure regulator, fuel pump, or clogged/plugged fuel
line/filter. A working stock fuel pump puts out far more flow and pressure
than this system needs. The fuel pressure regulator simply returns all the
unused volume. I've had leaking injectors, cold start valves, etc. and these
never had enough losses to make the fuel pressure "jump around". I'd pinch
the return line with the engine running and see if the pressure went up
steadily. If so, I'd replace the regulator.
If not, it's the pump, filter, or line.


Mike 


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