I went out to start my van two days ago, doing everything the way I normally do. I turned the key and the engine sounded like it started for about 1 second then died and will not restart. This is on top of a >major< leak from the right head following an all day trip (400+ miles) in the Arizona heat. I will be taking it to a garage soon, but I thought I would ask you all for any comments or suggestions. It would be nice if I could get it to start so I could drive rather than tow it to the garage. I do have a spark and the smell of gasoline in the exhaust. Thanks, John-Reed Maffeo '86 Syncro Glacie Mesa, AZ |
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