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Old Nov 28, 2007 | 06:16 PM
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car will start but not stay running

ok i have a 92 rs 305 tbi it will start but not stay runiing only i can start it by dumping fuel into the tbi as well as giveing it gas rapidly by the pedal........tested the fuel pump it says im getting around 38 psi, checked for power at the injectors that is fine also checked all fuse.........was told could be the injectors any ideas? thanx joe
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Old Nov 28, 2007 | 07:16 PM
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Car: 1992 RS
Engine: 305
Transmission: 700r
Re: car will start but not stay running

38 psi is high for a tbi car do you see the injectors spraying
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Old Nov 28, 2007 | 07:29 PM
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Car: 75 Beast
Engine: 383 +EBL Flash
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 4.11 with 33"
Re: car will start but not stay running

That's probably unregulated, dead head pressure out of the pump - FPR brings down to 13 PSI.

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