Starting/Stalling/Fuel Problem
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Yeah I didn't get around to checking the TPS last night. I have a little bit of a high idle/inconsistent idle so I figured it may be a culprit. I will run my gauge to my cab and take note of the fuel pressure while driving as well.
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Same thing the fiance has been telling me, lol.
Well, tonight I decided to check the health of the engine itself to make sure I wasn't doing all of this for nothing. Pulled out the compression tester and found some concerning figures.
All Cylinders besides #2 were between 115-120PSI dry and 150-165PSI wet.
CYL. 2 registered 110PSI dry and 150PSI wet.
It would appear that I have a worn out motor. I believe minimum is 100 or 110PSI, but do not quote me on that. I'm tempted to just drive the truck the way it is until it either finally dies, or I find a good deal on a 5.9L/NV4500 combo (5.7L and 6SPD if I'm feeling brave).
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't see too much sense in feeding what looks to be a soon dead horse. My ultimate goal was to finally have another reliable work truck/mild street truck as my old 383 k15. I never intended on keeping the 318 or automatic tranny being the deal I got on this thing; however I do need it to survive as long as possible.
Well, tonight I decided to check the health of the engine itself to make sure I wasn't doing all of this for nothing. Pulled out the compression tester and found some concerning figures.
All Cylinders besides #2 were between 115-120PSI dry and 150-165PSI wet.
CYL. 2 registered 110PSI dry and 150PSI wet.
It would appear that I have a worn out motor. I believe minimum is 100 or 110PSI, but do not quote me on that. I'm tempted to just drive the truck the way it is until it either finally dies, or I find a good deal on a 5.9L/NV4500 combo (5.7L and 6SPD if I'm feeling brave).
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't see too much sense in feeding what looks to be a soon dead horse. My ultimate goal was to finally have another reliable work truck/mild street truck as my old 383 k15. I never intended on keeping the 318 or automatic tranny being the deal I got on this thing; however I do need it to survive as long as possible.
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Same thing the fiance has been telling me, lol.
Well, tonight I decided to check the health of the engine itself to make sure I wasn't doing all of this for nothing. Pulled out the compression tester and found some concerning figures.
All Cylinders besides #2 were between 115-120PSI dry and 150-165PSI wet.
CYL. 2 registered 110PSI dry and 150PSI wet.
It would appear that I have a worn out motor. I believe minimum is 100 or 110PSI, but do not quote me on that. I'm tempted to just drive the truck the way it is until it either finally dies, or I find a good deal on a 5.9L/NV4500 combo (5.7L and 6SPD if I'm feeling brave).
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't see too much sense in feeding what looks to be a soon dead horse. My ultimate goal was to finally have another reliable work truck/mild street truck as my old 383 k15. I never intended on keeping the 318 or automatic tranny being the deal I got on this thing; however I do need it to survive as long as possible.
Well, tonight I decided to check the health of the engine itself to make sure I wasn't doing all of this for nothing. Pulled out the compression tester and found some concerning figures.
All Cylinders besides #2 were between 115-120PSI dry and 150-165PSI wet.
CYL. 2 registered 110PSI dry and 150PSI wet.
It would appear that I have a worn out motor. I believe minimum is 100 or 110PSI, but do not quote me on that. I'm tempted to just drive the truck the way it is until it either finally dies, or I find a good deal on a 5.9L/NV4500 combo (5.7L and 6SPD if I'm feeling brave).
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't see too much sense in feeding what looks to be a soon dead horse. My ultimate goal was to finally have another reliable work truck/mild street truck as my old 383 k15. I never intended on keeping the 318 or automatic tranny being the deal I got on this thing; however I do need it to survive as long as possible.
better truck anyhow 
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Unfortunately I sold that truck years ago 
Have been wanting to do another build ever since.
So, here's my game plan. I'm not usually a believer in the "mechanic in a bottle"; however, I looked at a lot of reviews and videos of Restore's engine compression restorer. After seeing some of the oddly incredible differences, I have decided to try it. So far day one the engine is running smoother and has not stalled out on my drive to/from work. It would normally stall atleast 3 times or sputter. I will wait a month and do another compression test. If numbers look better I will change the oil and add it in again with my usual Lucas oil stabilizer. I mean, can't really hurt it much more if anything.
Further tonight I will be gutting the cat. conv. (not sure how old it is, probably factory), checking some more of my wiring, and fixing some interior. Not in that order, or a guarantee on all, but baby steps.
Have been wanting to do another build ever since.So, here's my game plan. I'm not usually a believer in the "mechanic in a bottle"; however, I looked at a lot of reviews and videos of Restore's engine compression restorer. After seeing some of the oddly incredible differences, I have decided to try it. So far day one the engine is running smoother and has not stalled out on my drive to/from work. It would normally stall atleast 3 times or sputter. I will wait a month and do another compression test. If numbers look better I will change the oil and add it in again with my usual Lucas oil stabilizer. I mean, can't really hurt it much more if anything.
Further tonight I will be gutting the cat. conv. (not sure how old it is, probably factory), checking some more of my wiring, and fixing some interior. Not in that order, or a guarantee on all, but baby steps.
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Unfortunately I sold that truck years ago Have been wanting to do another build ever since.
So, here's my game plan. I'm not usually a believer in the "mechanic in a bottle"; however, I looked at a lot of reviews and videos of Restore's engine compression restorer. After seeing some of the oddly incredible differences, I have decided to try it. So far day one the engine is running smoother and has not stalled out on my drive to/from work. It would normally stall atleast 3 times or sputter. I will wait a month and do another compression test. If numbers look better I will change the oil and add it in again with my usual Lucas oil stabilizer. I mean, can't really hurt it much more if anything.
Further tonight I will be gutting the cat. conv. (not sure how old it is, probably factory), checking some more of my wiring, and fixing some interior. Not in that order, or a guarantee on all, but baby steps.
Have been wanting to do another build ever since.So, here's my game plan. I'm not usually a believer in the "mechanic in a bottle"; however, I looked at a lot of reviews and videos of Restore's engine compression restorer. After seeing some of the oddly incredible differences, I have decided to try it. So far day one the engine is running smoother and has not stalled out on my drive to/from work. It would normally stall atleast 3 times or sputter. I will wait a month and do another compression test. If numbers look better I will change the oil and add it in again with my usual Lucas oil stabilizer. I mean, can't really hurt it much more if anything.
Further tonight I will be gutting the cat. conv. (not sure how old it is, probably factory), checking some more of my wiring, and fixing some interior. Not in that order, or a guarantee on all, but baby steps.
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So, reviving my old thread for a very overdue update. Switching jobs, getting married, blah, blah, life. I figured it may help someone else in the same boat.
I've narrowed it down to the ECU a couple months ago. It has been randomly cutting power/shorting internally. It is skewing the ignition timing and giving me random spark knock or backfires as well.
Mixed with the dying motor, fire ridden cab/interior, failing torque converter, sloppy steering, and bad front end, I honestly can't complain about this truck. It has refused to quit, and I have abused/worked the **** out of it the past couple months.
With this being said. I found a sweet deal on a 1990 Cherokee 5 Speed. Downside, has the 4 banger and a burned up engine wiring harness. Upside? Low miles on Built tranny, built transfer case, stage 2 clutch, lift, new 33's, and chromoly front axle shaft kit. Rear pans have been replaced, rest of unibody is good. I will be replacing the wiring harness in the engine bay and using it for a daily. Guy had plans to 350 SBC swap it, but never got that far.
The truck will be set to the side for a back up/emergency vehicle for now while I collect my ideas and parts for it. Debating to SAS (custom setup obviously), powered with a 408 stroker, with a built NV4500 behind it. I may also decide to make it a street truck in which case the powerplant will be far more up to date. It's up in the air. But, for the time being, I will be retiring the truck until further notice.
Also, the lady was oddly on board with picking up yet another project... I should probably be more concerned than I am.
I've narrowed it down to the ECU a couple months ago. It has been randomly cutting power/shorting internally. It is skewing the ignition timing and giving me random spark knock or backfires as well.
Mixed with the dying motor, fire ridden cab/interior, failing torque converter, sloppy steering, and bad front end, I honestly can't complain about this truck. It has refused to quit, and I have abused/worked the **** out of it the past couple months.
With this being said. I found a sweet deal on a 1990 Cherokee 5 Speed. Downside, has the 4 banger and a burned up engine wiring harness. Upside? Low miles on Built tranny, built transfer case, stage 2 clutch, lift, new 33's, and chromoly front axle shaft kit. Rear pans have been replaced, rest of unibody is good. I will be replacing the wiring harness in the engine bay and using it for a daily. Guy had plans to 350 SBC swap it, but never got that far.
The truck will be set to the side for a back up/emergency vehicle for now while I collect my ideas and parts for it. Debating to SAS (custom setup obviously), powered with a 408 stroker, with a built NV4500 behind it. I may also decide to make it a street truck in which case the powerplant will be far more up to date. It's up in the air. But, for the time being, I will be retiring the truck until further notice.
Also, the lady was oddly on board with picking up yet another project... I should probably be more concerned than I am.