Won't start, need help from the gurus Options

[drewvw]

Hey All!

I used to be a frequent contributor here, but then kids and some other life stuff happened. Held onto the 914 though, and over the past year dropped the engine and did a much needed clutch/transmission service.

Long story short, I can't get car to start again and after a lot of methodical investigating, would really appreciate some input. Here are some data points:

- 1973 1.7 stock with DJET that always functioned great until engine came out.

- Have discovered a bit of Frankenstein wiring. Fuel pump wired to coil/key on.

- Went thru entire ignition after inconsistent spark. New (needed) wires, plugs, cap/rotor/points. Strong spark now.

- Spray starting fluid in cylinders and it at least "pops". Original fuel injectors. When cranking I get ~.9 mV to each one at electrical plug. Have confirmed fuel to rails.

- older merged exhaust with muffler part and air cleaner off. Not sure if that's enough to stop it from starting or not?

In summary, I now feel good about spark but what am I missing on the fuel side? I suspect the injectors but I drove it to where it currently is.

Any help would really be appreciated. Trying to get the old girl back in good form!

Drew (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

[DRPHIL914]

had this issue recently . acted like i had a bad wire or jpoints, - 2 issues and i dont know why they both started at the same time - CHT was bad- this will make it not start for sure - and the d-jet has the f.i. injector trigger plate - if it goes it will run like crap , act like its missing on 2 or 1, and be bad enough to not start. if you have a spare one of these swap them out. as soon as i did it fired right up!! -
one last thought- is it possible your timing is off as well? i'd verify that - oh, and i went to the petronix type electronic points too.

let us know if you get it figured out.