Author Topic: 83 diesel westy won't run  (Read 3302 times)

April 08, 2009, 07:49:54 pm

mikeGatch

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83 diesel westy won't run
« on: April 08, 2009, 07:49:54 pm »
glow plugs were the issue 10 years ago so we replaced them first. I put a new fuel filter on and primed that and primed the pump as well. I went ahead and used a container for fuel to avoid any air because the tank needs to be cleaned and I just wanted to get the thing started and running asap. I bled the injectors and I have tried assisting with starter fluid and had it running for almost a minute I'd say, but it still just hits and stalls, and once in awhile it'll run shortly but seems to surge as if someone is pumping the accelerator. very strange.

been trying to get answers on another forum but was forwarded here.

Reply #1April 08, 2009, 08:45:14 pm

katakura silk

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83 diesel westy won't run
« Reply #1 on: April 08, 2009, 08:45:14 pm »
How long has the car been sitting?
1979 Diesel Rabbit L - 60k :)
1982 Diesel Caddy (RIP) now 1.8L Gasser
1998 Passat Wagon