LT500: won't start, only backfires!?
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I'm just beginning to get my '88 LT500 running. I had the engine totally apart and replaced a few small things (trans parts). I have it back together and I had it running for a while until it just gradually died. It felt like I ran out of gas but that wasn't the case. The LT has a Lectron carb with a see-through float bowl. There is fuel in the bowl. The spark plug does have fuel on it after I try to start it. There is spark getting to the plug. I have tried a new spark plug also. It still refuses to start but it will backfire sometimes.
I'm just looking for ideas from you guys. What else should I check? Thanks a million!
Adam
I'm just looking for ideas from you guys. What else should I check? Thanks a million!
Adam
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#6
When you reinstall the flywheel, make sure you tighten the nut to the proper torque. If it is too loose, the key will take a larger than normal impact force everytime you accelerate or decelerate. I'd also use blue loctite (non-permanent) on the shaft threads to ensure the nut stays in place.
#7
Now do a leak down test. This will test the gaskets/seals etc. Confirm that it will hold air pressure. Motion Pro has a great kit for this. Nothing worse than putting it back together and then having it go lean. Next time you have the top end off, replace the two rubber o-rings for the exhasut valve. After 10 years they seem to leak a little. That little leak is all it will take when running a big bowl at Glamis in 5th gear for it to go lean.
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