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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 12:28 AM
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need help with car running

hey guys my g/f/s dad just gave me a mint 1985 rx7 gsl 12a my buddy and i have been working on this night and day and we can not find out what the problem is this is what it does i put starting spray in the carb it starts and revs to 6rpm and dies can you guys help i need to get this car on the road thanks
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 12:42 AM
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Sounds like you have spark, but no fuel. Begin with a new fuel filter, then check the pump. I take it you meant 6k rpm and not 6 rpm. lol.
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 12:50 AM
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thank you i will try that tommrow thanks
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Old Jan 2, 2006 | 01:17 AM
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Originally Posted by trochoid
Sounds like you have spark, but no fuel. Begin with a new fuel filter, then check the pump. I take it you meant 6k rpm and not 6 rpm. lol.


fule pump would be my bet....drivers side by the back wheel, err above the axel but the frame rail woot good luck you will love the car
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