[DML] Re: DMC Fuel problem

[scottmueller@xxxx (Scott Mueller)]

Mike,
Have you inspected the hoses inside the tank? The suction hose to the pump
may be pinched or collapsed. Please be careful when jumping power directly
to the fuel pump. If you are going to do that, connect to the pump first,
then to your power supply so you do not create a spark at the fuel pump.
Remember that you must avoid producing sparks at the battery, the gases are
explosive.

Scott Mueller
ScottMueller@xxxx
1981/002981 DOA5031/DMCNEWS


----- Original Message -----
From: Schaefer <schaefer@xxxx>



> Hi, I have been having the typical rough start (having to turn it over
> for up to 45 seconds) problem since I got my D last summer. It finally
> stopped starting completely at the end of summer. I just ordered a new
> rpm/fuel relay and installed it. I knew the pump worked because of a
> technique that dmc joe told me of to give it juice. I just tried to
> start my D and it is back to where it was, it still doesn't start, and I
> don't hear the fuel pump going, I gave it direct juice (jumping the
> brown and white/purple wires), and the fuel pump did turn on... Does
> this mean I just blew a brand new Relay???? Please help me.
> Thanks,
> Mike Schaefer