88 XJ hard cold start
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88 XJ hard cold start
I have an 88 xj, everything is modified... everything. I have a HO4.0 using all of my renix sensors, everything was going good then the other day it started acting all wierd, it would barely run. So I get it home and get her goin and i have to crank it for 15 minutes before it will start. after it is started and warmed up, it will start right back up and runs perfect when I try to start it cold it makes me want to strike a match...
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I have an 88 xj, everything is modified... everything. I have a HO4.0 using all of my renix sensors, everything was going good then the other day it started acting all wierd, it would barely run. So I get it home and get her goin and i have to crank it for 15 minutes before it will start. after it is started and warmed up, it will start right back up and runs perfect when I try to start it cold it makes me want to strike a match...
Ever checked your fuel pressure? Clean your C101? Ground refreshing?
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Did all of the above. I replaced fuel pump, pressure is still low. Cleaned all the connectors and direct wired the CPS. It started better it is still lacking power tho but much better than it was. Thank you for your help
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Ever do a check for clogged/restricted exhaust with a vacuum gauge?
CRUISER’S VACUUM TEST FOR EXHAUST RESTRICTION
Your vacuum gauge should come with an instruction booklet outlining the procedure. Hook the vacuum gauge up to a source on the intake manifold. Start the engine and note the vacuum reading. Usually 17 to 21 inches of vacuum. Throttle the engine up to 2,000 to 2,500 RPM for 20 seconds or so and the vacuum reading should stabilize to the same reading you got at idle. Let the throttle snap shut. The vacuum reading should shoot up about 5 inches of vacuum higher for a second and then come quickly down to the original reading. If the vacuum reading stays high and comes down slowly with jerky needle movements, you have an exhaust restriction.
CRUISER’S VACUUM TEST FOR EXHAUST RESTRICTION
Your vacuum gauge should come with an instruction booklet outlining the procedure. Hook the vacuum gauge up to a source on the intake manifold. Start the engine and note the vacuum reading. Usually 17 to 21 inches of vacuum. Throttle the engine up to 2,000 to 2,500 RPM for 20 seconds or so and the vacuum reading should stabilize to the same reading you got at idle. Let the throttle snap shut. The vacuum reading should shoot up about 5 inches of vacuum higher for a second and then come quickly down to the original reading. If the vacuum reading stays high and comes down slowly with jerky needle movements, you have an exhaust restriction.
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