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Old 02-13-2017, 11:21 AM
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Have a 2002 EFI Road King that was parked over 8 months. Changed oil, oil filter, tranny fluid, flushed and replaced gas, replaced leaky fuel line, and bought a new battery. Engine turns over but does not start. Replaced plugs and still does not start. Suggestions???
 
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Old 02-13-2017, 11:29 AM
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Could be the fuel lines inside the tank. They are know to develop little pinholes in them. They can leak just enough that the fuel system can't pressurize the way it needs to.

Also, might try adding a bottle of Techron to the tank, and cranking it through, maybe some Seafoam.
 
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Will add techron 1st to see if that takes care of it and if not then will check the fuel lines inside the tank. Much appreciated.
 
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No problem! I had a similar issue when I bought my 2003 RKC. It had been in storage for 7 years with gas just sitting in it. Took a little work to get her going, but runs beautifully now.
 
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