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    Re: Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    Problem resolved. The new fuel pump assembly resolved the fuel gauge issue but as I was finishing the pump install I followed the fuel line along the "frame" rail towards the engine. Just as the body...
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    Re: Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    Another update. I managed to find about 15 minutes to go to the shop and put a fuel pressure gauge on the Xj today. I did not start building pressure until after the engine had cranked for a bit,...
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    Re: Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    Ok here's the latest. I checked the distributor and the timing with a light, I'm 100% in that department.

    While the engine was idling I unplugged each injector one at a time just for grins, not...
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    Re: Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    Additional info: Checked for vacume leaks today, found none. Engines acts VERY lean, spits back like an old carbed engine with a bad accelerator pump or like the timing is very slow. I wonder if the...
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    Re: Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    CEL is on I'm sure there are codes. I don't think O2 sensor would cause this extreme condition. Idle only, no rev, spits back when you try to rev.


    Distributor is correct. I tried to start it...
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    Problems with new engine, need HELP!

    Back in June my son blew the engine in the Xj, it was a total loss. Matt donated an engine to replace it so I took it to Thunderbolt to have it freshened up since my work load was overwhelming at the...
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