Please help no start

Tiny
JOHNNYT429
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  • 1993 FORD THUNDERBIRD
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
I have a 1993 ford thunderbird super charged. And when I was driving my car just randomly shut down and wouldnt start. I finally got the car to start and got a few more feet down the road and the car died again. I had it towed home and when I went to start it it was acting like it had no spark, but I tested the spark and it was good. Then I tryed a few hours later and it started then died again. There are no lights on the dash on or anything. Can you tell me whats wrong
Sunday, March 20th, 2011 AT 12:14 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
  • MECHANIC
  • 75,992 POSTS
Start by checking the fuel pressure with a gauge to rule out a failing fuel pump/clogged fuel filter
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Sunday, March 20th, 2011 AT 12:29 AM
Tiny
GALLETTA61
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You can get a good Idea if it is your fuel pump by getting into your car with the windows closed, and with the least amount of noise as possible. Turn the key up one notch and see if you hear the fuel pump priming(Whining Sound). It should hum for approx. 3 sec.S
Also; before driving yourself crazy; you might want to check the fuel cut off switch located in the trunk (Mounted to the drivers side quarter panel) These sometimes get switched off after hitting a nice size pothole.
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Sunday, March 27th, 2011 AT 5:46 AM

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