Escort diesel is nigh on impossible to start, occasionally runs then cuts out after a few seconds then won't attempt run again for a good while.
Injection pump has been replaced , timing reset correctly but fuel supply seems erratic. Not one of Lucas CAV pump systems but Bosch system, so no leaking diaphragm issues but very similar problem.
Are there any obvious places to check for splits or other known issues? I'm sure it's getting air from somewhere that's preventing it pulling fuel through.
try down back of engine for chaffing on speedo cable or other, it may be outlet pipe on tank unit itself where supply pipe fits on -possibly corroded and drawing air . hope this helps.
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December 2008
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