Re: 48 Super 8 won't start

Posted by fred kanter On 2011/5/3 22:22:30

No self respecting mechanic would tow a car to get it started. Besides being a potentially very dangerous practice, you'll never find it in a factory or Motors Manual. It's the equivalent of using a 5 pound sledge hammer on a voltage regulator.

If a car is flooded and the cylinders have fuel in them, take the plugs out and let it sit. Fuel puddled in the manifold, prop open the choke and throttle plates and let it sit. IN a BIG hurry, use a blowtorch or better yet dynamite.

Go through diagnostic procedures as outlined in a service manual. Much wisdom to be found there. Cars are logical animals, treat them as such.