Why does my engine not start when I Smell propane?
Holding the primer button in for a longer period of time can cause engine flooding. If you feel your engine is flooded (especially if you smell propane) turn the tank off then crank the engine over a couple of times to burn off the excess propane in the engine combustion chamber. Have more questions? Submit a request
What should I do if my propane tank wont start?
Also if installing a shutoff valve please make sure it is a full bore valve. Shutoff valves with red or yellow colored handles usually have a small bore that restricts fuel flow. * Note pressure and volume are not the same. Having the correct amount of pressure is as important as having a system that does not cut down on the needed volume of fuel.
How many turns does a propane engine take?
It has to be tested 1 turn at a time in each direction. Typically for Propane it will be 5-7 full turns out. Some engines may take more turns or less turns but 5-7 is a base starting point. Please do not be afraid of tweaking this adjustment to find the “sweet spot” where the engine performs the best.
Holding the primer button in for a longer period of time can cause engine flooding. If you feel your engine is flooded (especially if you smell propane) turn the tank off then crank the engine over a couple of times to burn off the excess propane in the engine combustion chamber. Have more questions? Submit a request
What does the fuel smell like in a GMC Sierra 1500?
If so pull the air filter off and sniff the throttle body for a fuel smell. If the diaphragm has ruptured it will literally be like putting a hose with fuel into the intake and running it full.
What should fuel pressure be in a GMC Sierra 1500?
I assume there really is no way of testing the the regulator itself considering it’s incorporation. 38 people found this helpful. The test is: 12-15 psi when the key is turned on and the pump will shut off within 3-5 seconds and the fuel pressure should drop to 12-13 psi. 11 being the bare minimum and 13 the Max.
What kind of idle does a GMC Sierra have?
After the truck starts and is warm at a stable idle in park/neutral it’ll rev up fine. But the stable idle won’t last long, it’ll idle low and rough. Mpg has decreased drastically and give off a rich smell when running.
What’s the gas mileage on a Chevy 8.1?
Obviously not an “engine problem” but potentially one of the most disliked aspects of the 8.1 engine is the gas mileage! With city driving, you can expect single digit numbers from 7-9mpg and highway will usually range from 12-14mi.
Is the Chevy 8.1L Vortec a reliable engine?
However, the extra money spent on gasoline probably evens out when you factor in the 8.1 being $8-10k cheaper than the Duramax diesel option. The 8.1 Vortec is named the “Workhorse” and this name is completely true. Overall, these engines are extremely reliable and are built to last beyond 250,000 miles.
Why is my propane tank not filling up?
1.) The first and most important step is to make sure that you are using a propane tank that has been refilled multiple times. (at least 4 times.) Tanks that have not been filled multiple times will have air trapped inside of them causing the fuel mixture in the carburetor to be too lean. 2.)