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Car Will start but shuts off

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01-19-2015, 03:47 PM

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mb2

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Car Will start but shuts off

Hello all

Recently brought home a 86 that has been in storage
Car will start but wont run but maybe 20 secs
New battery any ideas or feedback would be appreciated

thanks in advance

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01-20-2015, 08:38 AM

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I'd start by finding out what your losing when it dies, spark or fuel. Since its out of storage, I'd guess fuel. Fresh gas, filter, fuel pump, fuel leak, etc.

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01-21-2015, 02:02 PM

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More details?

Do you have to step on the accel pedal, or hold the key to keep it running?

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