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[8NChris]

Hello, I picked this up for the loader. No fuel to injectors, tried a little starting fluid also, still no start. It has suction on the intake, rocker arms and valves have normal travel. I don't suspect it jumped time then developed the fuel delivery problem from sitting.

In the opinion of a washed up mechanic the engine itself sounds healthy during attempted starts. Watch and listen to the video, maybe you'll see what I missed.
Thanks

 

[Jim.ME]

What is its history? How long has it been setting?

 

[8NChris]

Don't know either.

 

[8NChris]

Over 2000 post views but only 26 video views. I appreciate the folks who took the few minutes to watch and listen.

 

[Jim in NC]

Do you have fuel to the injectors?

 

[Jim.ME]

The view count may include searches by bots for AI gathering, not actual people, so take the view count with a grain of salt.

I understand your thoughts on it will be easier to get the loader off if the tractor is running. That leads to the question of: are you looking to get rid of the tractor after the loader is off? If you don't plan on keeping it weigh out the time you are spending trying to get it running compared to just going after the loader removal.

Either some manuals for it or someone with knowledge of which way the pump levers should be appears to be needed.

 

[8NChris]

I talked about the injectors in the video. I'm thinking a running diesel would be worth a little more than scrap.

 

[Jim.ME]

I talked about the injectors in the video. I'm thinking a running diesel would be worth a little more than scrap.

If it would not fire on starting fluid that is not a good sign. Low compression?

If you have fuel all the way to the injection pump, the pump internals may be stuck from setting. Pump overhaul?

How much do you want to risk putting into it?

Not trying to scare you off, just look at all the angles. Maybe get the loader off and work on this after you are done with the loader project (if you are looking to use the loader soon).

 

[Jim in NC]

If you have no fuel to the injection pump the lift pump could be bad or there is a blockage in the fuel system from the tank to the lift pump. The lift pump internal strainer catches trash from the tank. To check it take the top off the lift pump and remove it. The fuel shutoff valve at the bottom of the tank could be closed.