Hi all new member here. Familiar with the 3.8l series fwd platform as i own a 98 regal gsx and a 88 lesabre t-type 2 door coupe. new to the rwd platform.
my gf's firebird is having issues starting. Im guessing its fuel related as in leaky injector or fuel pump check valve. it takes 4-5 times cranking for it to start and when it does it smells aweful like gas, once its started it runs fine and has plenty of power. Im guessing the fuel pressure is dropping off after its shut off. She's away at college in Topeka so i'm talking her through priming the pump a few times and then starting it. When she does this it starts the first time. You all have more knowledge on the rwd fbody platform then me so i'll let you guys tell me what you think is wrong. I did some forum searches to come up with the check valve idea and possibly cutting a access panel in her trunk.
new plugs and wires within the last 6 months and had fuel sending unit fixed so her gas gauge works now. this is all i know that has been done as her father usually takes it in. I plan on testing pressure if i take off work tomorrow to go down and fix it.
Thanks.
my gf's firebird is having issues starting. Im guessing its fuel related as in leaky injector or fuel pump check valve. it takes 4-5 times cranking for it to start and when it does it smells aweful like gas, once its started it runs fine and has plenty of power. Im guessing the fuel pressure is dropping off after its shut off. She's away at college in Topeka so i'm talking her through priming the pump a few times and then starting it. When she does this it starts the first time. You all have more knowledge on the rwd fbody platform then me so i'll let you guys tell me what you think is wrong. I did some forum searches to come up with the check valve idea and possibly cutting a access panel in her trunk.
new plugs and wires within the last 6 months and had fuel sending unit fixed so her gas gauge works now. this is all i know that has been done as her father usually takes it in. I plan on testing pressure if i take off work tomorrow to go down and fix it.
Thanks.
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