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1951 Ford Custom: Startup problems
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Old Magnet |
02-17-2021 @ 2:27 PM
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Had that same issue on my "51" back in the "60's". Was getting ready to pull engine in search of the problem. While driving and demonstrating the problem my Dad reached under the dash and jiggled the ignition switch wires. Long story short, loose connections at the switch was the cause. Never did figure how "Dad" knew that this could be the problem. Still have the "51" Convertible today.
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Mr Rogers |
02-16-2021 @ 8:45 AM
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Try spraying some "instant start" into top of carb as it begins to stall. If it stalls must not be a gas feed problem.
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TomO |
02-16-2021 @ 8:43 AM
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Your statement "Note: fuel stream from nozzle bar - good" makes me believe that your problem is not fuel related and is ignition related. The 51 Ford was the first Ford with the ignition switch start function. Your symptoms sound like a bad ignition switch. The coil receives its voltage from the starter relay when the switch is in the START position and from the ignition switch when the switch is in the ON position. You can check this out by connecting your voltmeter to the - terminal of the coil and checking it when the engine dies. You should have 6 volts there, when the ignition switch is in the ON position. You could also isolate the points by placing a piece of paper between them ( to prevent current flow heating up the coil) and then connect your meter to the input of the coil and vibrate the switch by tapping on the switch face and side while watching the meter. Let us know how you make out. If it is the ignition switch, you may have to repair it or find someone that will rebuild it.
Tom
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37RAGTOPMAN |
02-16-2021 @ 6:33 AM
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jules51 I would try running a jumper lead from battery to the coil and see if it still keeps on running, it might be a ignition switch issue or a loose wire, IF YOU DRIP GAS in the carb does it keep on running,? seems to me you might have the gas problem solved ? it also might be a bad condenser or loose connection, let us know how you made out, 37 Ragtopman , Maine
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cliftford |
02-16-2021 @ 6:25 AM
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Bad flex line, plugged vent in cap, plugged fuel line? Just some ideas.
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Jules51 |
02-16-2021 @ 6:07 AM
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I've been chasing a startup issue with my 51 Ford: 8BA V-8 engine, Holley 94 AA-1 Carb; single action fuel pump; fuel tank and lines were replace during restoration. Problem start last Nov. at a car show; engine would not fire, after several attempts got it started. Thought I had a float needle sticking. Would start, run 5-7 seconds and stalls out. After about 5 attempts I could keep it running and would run great, idle and all. Problem continued. Following is a series of attempts to correct. 1st: replaced float needle, seat & gasket assembly - no change 2nd: check float bowl fuel level by draining bowl between startup attempts via plug on float bowl. Note: each drain, fuel qty was the same - did this 4 times each day while chasing problem, qty drained ~1 1/3 oz. 3rd: Rebuilt carb completely - rebuilt is good. - same problem - car starts, runs 5-7 seconds and stalls. After several attempts finally continues to run. Fuel qty drained from bowl, same. 4th: Replace carb with a spare rebuild - exact same issue. 5th: Replaced fuel pump - same issue. 6th: put original carb back on. - Same issue. Current Status: Rebuild carb, new fuel pump, fuel pump bowl; filter and fuel - clean Note: fuel stream from nozzle bar - good; float good, no pin holes. DID ALL CHECKS ON CARBURATOR - CAN NOT FIND A PROBLEM. This morning attempts: Car fire up with first attempt, ran 5-7 seconds, stalls out, after several attempts, car starts w/o stalling. Let car sit for 2 hours; fired up w/o any issuers, idles great!!!!! And yes, have 3/4 tank of fuel, running 100% gas.... Almost acts like a vapor lock or loosing prime. Fuel line cold, carb cold, even after idling. NOTE: the the 2 exhaust vents under carb stand that heats the carb are plugged. Car stays in garage in Florence SC. Any suggestions or feedback?
Thanks Jules51
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