I don’t post a lot, but I’m kinda stumped by what’s going on and could use some help. I’m in Central Austin/Rosedale.
I have 1979 FJ40 that’s been desmogged. I’ve been driving it pretty regularly over the last 3 or 4 years without any issues. Regular oil changes. Last year I replaced battery, battery cables and added a gear reduction starter. I also made sure the system had a good ground. It’s been cranking and running like a top.
I drove it last Friday and it was fine. On Sunday, I hopped in, cranked right up, and the engine died halfway down the block and smelled like gas. It will crank run for 3 or 4 seconds and dies. Won’t idle. Smells rich.
I hear the idle solenoid firing and the engine fuse looks fine.
Am I missing something easy? Anyone in the area want to help me look at it?
I’ll trade TP or beer for the help and promise to stand 6 feet way.
I have 1979 FJ40 that’s been desmogged. I’ve been driving it pretty regularly over the last 3 or 4 years without any issues. Regular oil changes. Last year I replaced battery, battery cables and added a gear reduction starter. I also made sure the system had a good ground. It’s been cranking and running like a top.
I drove it last Friday and it was fine. On Sunday, I hopped in, cranked right up, and the engine died halfway down the block and smelled like gas. It will crank run for 3 or 4 seconds and dies. Won’t idle. Smells rich.
I hear the idle solenoid firing and the engine fuse looks fine.
Am I missing something easy? Anyone in the area want to help me look at it?
I’ll trade TP or beer for the help and promise to stand 6 feet way.