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Revs down and shuts off! HELP
My A4 starts great/runs great for about 3min then quits. There is a seacock where the fresh water comes in to prevent the engine flooding with water. I forgot to shut it. Started the engine and blew the head gasket. I replaced the head gasket. Although in the process 2 of the studs broke off. I had to retap the holes and put in new studs. Also the thermostat had a crack in it so I ordered a new one and replaced it. After getting the engine put back together she started great and ran great but stalls. I thought the issue was fuel. I put in a new water separating fuel filter. Took off the fuel pump and carb, cleaned them out and replaced with new gaskets. The engine is getting fuel. Once the engine gets up to temp it shuts down. Theres no temperature gauge installed. It’s spitting out water well. I have a YouTube channel. Sailing Reckless. Theres an episode called Don’t watch this unless you love engines. I think in that one you can see the engine.
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Welcome to the forum. Sounds as if your float valve may be sticking or only opening a little and not allowing fuel to refill the carb properly.
Dan S/V Marian Claire |
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SR, does it die like it was shut off or sputter and shake to a stop? Do you have points?
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"Sounds as if your float valve may be sticking or only opening a little and not allowing fuel to refill the carb properly."
When I opened up the carburetor the float and pin both looked really good. Nothing that would lead me to believe that it may be sticking. What would cause that? Last edited by SailingReckless; 05-24-2019 at 10:16 PM. |
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"SR, does it die like it was shut off or sputter and shake to a stop? Do you have points?"
The engine starts easily and once started I can push the choke back in and throttle down to idle. Runs well for a few minutes and then just shuts down. No sputtering or shaking. More like the key got turned off. Throttling up or choking does not help keep it running. And...I don't know what points are! Last edited by SailingReckless; 05-24-2019 at 10:17 PM. Reason: left something out |
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I think Dave is wondering if your engine has been modified with a new "pointless" ignition set in the distributor. Since this is unfamiliar stuff for you, we may have to do some remedial engine education. That's ok. Sometimes we talk way over the heads of non mech types. You would best be served to read up(or youtube) on basic spark ignition types. Ill post some resource links here soon. https://youtu.be/W94iksaQwUo
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Whiskeyjack a '68 Columbia 36 rebuilt A-4 with 2:1 "Since when is napping doing nothing?" Last edited by lat 64; 05-25-2019 at 01:47 AM. |
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And thank you for your patience |
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RE the ignition, I was wondering if it just may be the "condenser or coil" but 3 minutes is a bit fast for those to open.
Do you have an electric fuel pump? If so check the oil pressure switch wiring as the fuel pump may only be working when cranking. Rare but possible. We need to know a bit more about your engine and if it has been changed from original points & mechanical fuel pump. Hoe is the wiring? Did you check for voltage at the coil when it dies? Dave Neptune |
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Last night I was reading a thread about fuel/air leaks. I would not doubt that I have one or several of these. I have recently figured something out....when something says hand tighten....that is meant for a man. My hand tighten usually isn't snug enough. However an issue I am running in to is that a lot of the metal is soft and tools are rounding parts over
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SR, rounding off parts(?) do you mean nuts a bolts rounding? If so sounds more like bad tools or non factory rated stuff has been added. Also do not use open end wrenches whenever a 6 or 12 point will get on the hex far stronger and better on the nuts & bolts. Make sure they fit nice before twisting saves many a nut, bolt and knuckle.
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You might just be a great candidate for some of Don's online videos. Really detailed step-by-step instruction and for $12 boat bucks, it's a great deal. The Carb Troubleshooting and Ignition Timing would both be recommended. Available here on this site from our host.
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Last year when I turned the key over there was a buzzing sound down at the engine. This year no buzzing. Buzzing like a warning system. I don’t know if I disconnected a wire on accident🤦🏻*♀️ I’ll post pics of everything. I’m sure that will help. I’ll be at the boat tomorrow. |
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Regardless of whether or not the coil was involved in the original problem, this episode has damaged it so it needs to be replaced too. In its current damaged condition you can expect maybe 45 minutes of run time before problems emerge. With a points style ignition and proper dwell, probably a little bit longer.
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S.R.,
Im glad you got something from the video. So much to digest at first, so take it one problem at a time. Then, start a new thread with the next issue. As for the handprint on forehead thing(🤦🏻*♀️), not an issue on this forum. Your willingness to learn and articulate your questions will get some great feedback. As they say" there are no stupid questions, only stupid answers". We will try to avoid stupid answers for you😜. Photos are helpful for us to assess your system(s). I predict that even you will be contributing to help a newbie in a couple months. Re: black fuel line, that's probably rubber. Make sure its USCG approved type for gasoline on boats. Cheers, Russ
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We don't know how hot your coil got because "hot to touch" is not an accurate measurement but 5 minutes time is certainly enough for damage so at this time it is prudent to make certain you have a coil in good condition which by your report, this one cannot be trusted. You might also consider Moyer's basic oil pressure and temperature alarm system. With the key on and the engine off you'll have no oil pressure which will cause the buzzer to alert you.
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I had similar problem a few years back where the engine started and ran fine for about 2 -4 min or so then just died as if the ignition was shut off. Checked points, fuel, compression, spark, extra fuel source, changed coil etc - no joy. An older [if possible] harbor mate suggested changing out the condenser - solved the problem, now I always carry a couple of spares [and coil] - not sure they are made as good as they used to be.
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Now to move on to the next issue So much white smoke coming out of the exhaust THANK YOU ALL SOOOO MUCH |
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Please tell us about the new coil (brand and model, internal resistance).
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I don't see a brand name on it or the box it came in.
The part number is 18-5435. The box reads (has internal resistor) Replaces Crusader 41080. I paid $54.99 at the local marine supply. |
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Bingo! Internal resistance is 2.70 ~ 3.36 Ohms, excellent for the A4 points ignition application. Well done.
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