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Detroit Problem

Discussion in 'Watkins & Shepard' started by Belgradebill, Jul 24, 2011.

  1. Jul 24, 2011 #1
    Belgradebill

    Belgradebill Bobtail Member

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    Can't get my motor started after I shut down for a dinner stop. I've looked at the most obvious things.It turns over like it should. What am I missing?
     
    Belgradebill, Jul 24, 2011
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  3. Jul 24, 2011 #2
    dave26027

    dave26027 Road Train Member

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    The checkvalve in the fuel return line. When it fails, all the fuel drains from the head when you shut the engine off. It takes a real effort to start it again. Detroit engines are the worst for this.

    Easy fix but sometimes very hard to get to unless you're REALLY skinny and have long arms.
     
    dave26027, Jul 24, 2011
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  4. Jul 24, 2011 #3
    the flying scotsman

    the flying scotsman Medium Load Member

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    hhmmm if the check engine light comes on while your trying to start it maybe a little shot of ether in the airbox may help her along...if the check engine light doesnt come on while your turning her over i would try putting a little diesel into the filter??
     
    the flying scotsman, Jul 24, 2011
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  5. Jul 24, 2011 #4
    Belgradebill

    Belgradebill Bobtail Member

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    I put some fuel in the top of the filter, turned the key and she started eventually! I tried a restart about an hour later and she started right up. I'm headed for lakin tire and sfs, so I'll check with the shop on that fuel return line. Thanks everybody.
     
    Belgradebill, Jul 24, 2011
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