I need some help please guys . . . Runs fine but trouble starting?

[Adarsha & The Beast]

Thanks Richard, I'll go and try that now. I got in touch with Vince too, he's offered to change the glowplugs bless him

[stormforce]

thats great.Vince is a great guy and will do what he can to help anyone out.if you require a new primer i have one on the breaker here for £15 delivered

[Adarsha & The Beast]

Tried that

Hi Richard
Tried that, that's if I've done it right, there's a little screw on top of the fuel filter I undid that and tried to pump as you said, couldn't see anything moving except the spring to be honest?

That said, if it is that there was no 'pressure' apart from in the spring. Also in the fuse box under the bit that's marked fuel warmer, there is just a blank square that looks like something should be plugged in like a fuse? It's about 3/4 inch square'ish?

Batteries are starting to get low now To charge the batteries do I need to do it in any particular order? as there are two, if I disconnect and leave on the truck and take the charger out there on extension lead is that ok?

Thanks
Adarsha

[stormforce]

you don't need to undo that little screw on the plunger at all.Just pump it up till it gets stiff..( keep it clean please) if it dont the try some viagra.

just disconnect the one battery and put it on charge while still on the truck as that will be ok

that blank fues fuel warmer only certain truck had the heated fuel primer/heater fitted so you probably haven't got it so no need for the fuse

[Adarsha & The Beast]

lol... thanks Richard.. I think I must be either doing something wrong, or stupid, or both! lmfao

But the thing on top of the fuel filter did not appear to have any movement unless I undid the screw. Also, I have now tightened it down, is it possible to tighten it down too far... worried now? eeek!

[stormforce]

i've never actually touched the screw so i couldn't say to tell the truth.I will go out in a min and try mine and see if it does make a difference and let you know

[Adarsha & The Beast]

I worked it out

Hi Richard,

Got the battery on charge now.

Yes, I think it's the fuel primer. I worked it out. After about 8 or 10 pumps it feels the same still. I'll have the one you have if that's ok. If it's easy enough to put on I'll have a go myself, if someone wouldn't mind explaining how to do it, it doesn't sound like it'll be that difficult, not a huge major part is it?

I'll email you so you can send me details of how to pay you, that'd be awesome. Thanks

[stormforce]

All you need to do is take the fuel filter off and then the 2 x 12mm bolts that hold it to the bracket and thats it.
Paypal is to stormforce1067@sky.com

[Adarsha & The Beast]

oky doky

oky doky

I'll get the paypal payment to you now, don't worry too much if you can't get to the post office??? I don't know what the roads are like with you down there. Main roads ok here, just side roads bad.

Will I have to drain any fuel or do anything like that when I change this? sorry to keep picking your brains... lol

[Adarsha & The Beast]

Paypal monies sent!

Just sent the spondulees, thanks Richard, you're a star and a great source of knowledge for the truck, as always.

[stormforce]

your welcome anytime.If i am up that way i will certainly call in for a cuppa.Thanks

[T1z3R]

just a heads up but the primer does have the ability to lock in position if turned (the black part not the screw). i discovered this only recently.

[Adarsha & The Beast]

just a heads up but the primer does have the ability to lock in position if turned (the black part not the screw). i discovered this only recently.

Hi thanks for that...

just wondering if it's meant to be locked down or not now? Anyone know?

[Adarsha & The Beast]

Update!

Well, charged both batteries. Primed the fuel filter.. and it started first turn. Thanks again forumites !!! as usual a great source of information and guidance.

And thanks Richard for arranging another primer for me, much appreciated. Let me know when it's on it's way so I can look out for it in the post. We have dubious postpeople here...lol yee ha

oooo I love my Surf!

[stormforce]

i will send it recorded so it will have to be signed for.I will post it on Monday for you