<VV> Car stops running after 20 miles

[Harry Yarnell (Verizon)]

Um, when the engine dies, doesn't the pressure go to zero?



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"Adding an in-engine bay fuel pump pressure gauge would absolutely tell what
might be happening with the fuel pressure when it fails. ...............
Another possibility, even if remote, might be a shorting wire associated
with the ignition system. It might be that when slowing down things shift
around and a frayed wire suddenly shorts. ................ 

Larry 


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YES ! build or buy something like this and install it close to one carb. 
http://www.northerntool.com/images/product/2000x2000/199/199636_2000x2000.jp
g 

Then when it stalls the owner can leap out and at least see the fuel
pressure. 
Having acceptable pressure instantly rules out dozens of expensive
frustrating maybe$. 

Some wiggle testing of all the wiring can be pretty useful too. 
Note, wiggle test is an official FORD procedure, but proven useful on other
makes too. 

Dan T
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