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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 03:38 PM
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okay so i got an 88 fc it cranks but wont start....i was driving home and i notice a water leak after i got home....so i fix the leak from a hose next to the spark plugs....then later i went to turn it on to check if it still leaking but it just cranked....i think the coolant seals are gone..help please...thanks
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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Grumpy Gus
okay so i got an 88 fc it cranks but wont start....i was driving home and i notice a water leak after i got home....so i fix the leak from a hose next to the spark plugs....then later i went to turn it on to check if it still leaking but it just cranked....i think the coolant seals are gone..help please...thanks
sounds like its flooded.

de-flood (in FAQ)

try again
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Old Jan 8, 2009 | 03:44 PM
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Did you check spark? it could be that the wires and plugs are wet from the coolant leak. try taking them off and cleaning them and dry out the wires or new ones all together. If you drove it home and it didnt overheat because of the leak I think you are fine. Also to check for a blown coolant seal take the cap off the filler neck (while its running) and look for a constant bubbles coming out.
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