i had a broken radiator and replaced it. Took car out to test drive and the hose clamp wasnt tight and came off and car began to get hot. we also replaced the thermostat. Now the car won't start. it just turns over but won't grab. I have spark, and can smell the fuel. What could i have happened that it wont start back up. I have a ford escort gt 1991
2007-03-25 10:04:46 · 4 answers · asked by red 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
ford escort gt 1991? You have a junk yard candidate.
Sound more like a head gasket. once tho engines get to hot I'll bet that head gaskets a goner. first check oil pan for signs of antifreeze but I'll bet it broke water jacket to combustion chamber. antifreeze drowning the spark plugs
2007-03-25 10:21:16 · answer #1 · answered by flaltajr 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you can hear your car cranking, then your OK. Have you check your fuel pump and filter? Usually fuel filter can get plugged, try replacing the fuel filter which does not cost a whole lot, but becareful gasoline is flammable and don't get it on your bare hand (a skin cancer causing agent) or clothes which could catch on fire in a dryer after you wash it. It sounds like your fuel filter or line, because you can smell gasoline and your spark plug is sparking. It is probably plugged up which preventing gas to get to engine to start your engine. It has happen to me before on a 1978 Dodge Aspen.
2007-03-25 10:24:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Is your timing on?
2007-03-25 10:13:45 · answer #3 · answered by aagirl 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
computer sorry
2007-03-25 10:12:42 · answer #4 · answered by jim m 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋