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Re-installed fuel tank no fuel in engine?

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Old 04-12-2012, 02:35 AM
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Default Re-installed fuel tank no fuel in engine?

Hey guys. I had my tank off and empty with the injector out as well.

I re-installed it now and it doesn't turn over. It just fires the plugs (clacking). Am I right in presuming that there's no fuel in the engine?

I've had the tank off 3 times before and never had issues.

What can I do?

Should I maybe turn the tank over and make sure the pump's fine?

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Old 04-12-2012, 08:27 AM
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"Doesn't turn over" do you mean the engine isn't turning over when you try to start it? or the engine isn't starting? If the engine isn't turning over, then it isn't a fuel problem - it is a starter problem.
 
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Old 04-12-2012, 08:28 AM
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It seems it's the battery that's dead. Looks like I'm going to have to pull the trigger on a charger/tender.

Thanks Grumpy, you were right.
 
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