volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

[wildtrak]

engine has to be cranked over many times to start, when started it runs very well. switch it off then on as many times as you want it will start again but switch it off and leave it for half hour same problem. im thinking its the fuel, is there some kind of drain off when engine is idle, and pump has to reprime.. is this supposed to happen or do i have a faulty pump, hate to buy a new pump and its still the same.. all help is appreciated. many thanks.

 

[Don S]

Re: volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

Do you pump the throttle a time or two and give it some throttle when starting it cold? Carbed engines don't start at idle cold like your EFI car does.
The fact that it runs ok the rest of the day after the initial cold start makes me think your fuel system is fine. If you do give it throttle to start, then perhaps the choke is not closing.

 

[Borchik]

Re: volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

As Don S said, maybe the choke is not closing or not working at all, have seen it several times.

 

[wildtrak]

Re: volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

choke is working ok. but think don is right, because ive not tried giving it gas, didnt realise you could give it gas without putting it into gear.. dah!! will certainly give this a go when home next.. away at moment up in the cold north. inboards are new to me and so is this boat so bare with me.. many thanks Don

 

[Don S]

Re: volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

Go to the link below, engine the engine type box, put in your 4.3GL-D and you can download the owners manual for your engine.
http://www.volvopenta.com/volvopent...lication_search/pages/publication_search.aspx

It explains how to start cold, warm, and flooded engines. and shows you where the throttle only button is located on the handle.

 

[wildtrak]

Re: volvo penta 4.3 gl-d. maybe fuel problems

thanks don . every thing i need