1978 Plymouth Other Repair Question
Asked on November 13, 2009
1978 Other Plymouth Models power loss and starting
Engine Mechanical problem
1978 Other Plymouth Models V8 Four Wheel Drive Manual
I have a '78 trailduster with a 360 engine and a wber/carter competition carb. truck started out losing power when shifted into 4th gear. having to down shift when going up even a small incline. I turned enginge off and will not start again. I almost stars the first try and after that engine just cranks until battery dies.
1978 Other Plymouth Models V8 Four Wheel Drive Manual
I have a '78 trailduster with a 360 engine and a wber/carter competition carb. truck started out losing power when shifted into 4th gear. having to down shift when going up even a small incline. I turned enginge off and will not start again. I almost stars the first try and after that engine just cranks until battery dies.
Asked by beckybrewerAnswer
Replied on November 18, 2009
When diagnosing a no start situation you should check the three basic conditions that an engine needs to start. These are engine compression, fuel, and spark. By your description I would start with checking for loss of spark and if the fuel is available from the carburetor.