1970 xke 6 cylinder won't run.

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Tevi
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#1 1970 xke 6 cylinder won't run.

Post by Tevi » Sun May 05, 2013 4:44 pm

I'm researching this for a family member as he is not a mechanic.He said he was driving when he heard a noise that sounded like a flat tire.The car died and won't restart.It turns over fine with no noise.It acts like its not getting any spark.Any ideas?Thank you.

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Post by PeterCrespin » Sun May 05, 2013 7:48 pm

Check if it's getting any spark.
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Post by Kes » Tue May 07, 2013 8:54 am

Need to check there's fuel to the carbs too - Spark and fuel - unless the engine has blown up, the chances are it'll be one of these.
No problem is that great that it can't be run away from.
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