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Old 06-13-2010, 04:36 PM
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Default 83 mustang starting problems
I have an 83 mustang and when it's cold it starts just fine but after it's running for a bit and I turn it off it won't restart and the battery and alternator were tested and they are fine.....anyone know what the problem could be?
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:31 PM
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Could be the fuel pump.
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:42 PM
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The fuel pump is also new...forgot to mention that.
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:53 PM
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does it smell flooded???
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Old 06-13-2010, 05:56 PM
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It doesnt smell flooded at all... After it is running for a bit when i try to start it up it barely wants to turn over and if i hit the gas it seems to want to die more then starts up...
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Old 06-13-2010, 06:01 PM
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My best bet would be that your starter is getting heat-soaked.
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Old 06-13-2010, 08:45 PM
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Put amp draw meter on starter cable. Sounds like starter is on way out.
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Old 06-13-2010, 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Bubba 95SN
Put amp draw meter on starter cable. Sounds like starter is on way out.
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Also do a voltage drop test on the feed and ground sides starting system
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Old 06-14-2010, 08:11 PM
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I have the same exact problem. Could it be the carb? Too much fuel in the bowl thing?
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Old 06-15-2010, 12:29 AM
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i had that problem on my '83 as well and replacing the battery cables did it for me.
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