S/V Laura Ellen
05-30-2009, 05:36 PM
Success today!
I finally got the engine running.
After fussing with the engine, I decided to pull the engine out and get it running on a test stand where it would be easier to work on.
So what did I find?
The fuel injection system was all gummed up.
So last week I got the injectors and injector pump back from the injector shop. Last weekend I installed all the components and ended up breaking a bolt on the injector pump (broke at 15 ft/lbs).
Pulled all the old bolts back out and replaced them.
Today I hooked up a temporary fuel system, cooling system (big bucket of water) and exhaust system. I bled the system and after a few failed attempts the engine finally fired and ran. It now start perfectly and runs smooth.
Still a few minor issues to iron out.
1. there is an oil leak on the oil pan gasket.
2. there is an oil leak on the from timing gear housing.
3. the engine stop lever isn't working.
Tomorrow, on to cleaning the fuel tank.
After many hours of very frustrating work this seems to be my first (albeit very small step forward) after so many false steps in the previous months.
I finally got the engine running.
After fussing with the engine, I decided to pull the engine out and get it running on a test stand where it would be easier to work on.
So what did I find?
The fuel injection system was all gummed up.
So last week I got the injectors and injector pump back from the injector shop. Last weekend I installed all the components and ended up breaking a bolt on the injector pump (broke at 15 ft/lbs).
Pulled all the old bolts back out and replaced them.
Today I hooked up a temporary fuel system, cooling system (big bucket of water) and exhaust system. I bled the system and after a few failed attempts the engine finally fired and ran. It now start perfectly and runs smooth.
Still a few minor issues to iron out.
1. there is an oil leak on the oil pan gasket.
2. there is an oil leak on the from timing gear housing.
3. the engine stop lever isn't working.
Tomorrow, on to cleaning the fuel tank.
After many hours of very frustrating work this seems to be my first (albeit very small step forward) after so many false steps in the previous months.