Jim fredrickson Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 I purchased this car 6 months ago and am debating between selling it or keeping it. It’s a gorgeous car but it doesn’t run and we can’t figure out how to get it running. It seems like it should be simple but it has us stumped. 1. Can we bypass the fuel canister for a 6 volt fuel pump? 2. Is there a setting for the spark arrester? I really want to drive this car. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 (edited) Of course, it is always better to use the original equipment, I use one of these for my 1931 DB, mounted at the tank along with a pancake style fuel regulator.... Edited July 31, 2022 by keiser31 (see edit history) 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearchoclatetown Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 You are not explaining things very well. Does it turn over and not start? Does it have spark. Did it run when you bought it? If so, what did you do to it. If it has spark fill the vacuum tank , it should run off of that for quite a while. An electric fuel pump is not a guarantee it will run. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 (edited) A owners manual is highly recommended for owning one of these cars (if you don't have one yet). Assuming you've checked the three criteria to start a car (fuel, compression and spark) here's some info that may help troubleshoot things. Notice it suggests it is recommended that you determine the issue first before continuing to attempt to start the engine or you could destroy parts that are already working properly. This info is from a DA6 3/4 ton truck (virtually the same as your car engine). If someone has a DA6 passenger car owners manual maybe they can post any differences that may help you more precisely, but his should be a good guide to help you with the troubleshooting process. Edited July 31, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history) 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 8 hours ago, Jim fredrickson said: I purchased this car 6 months ago and am debating between selling it or keeping it. It’s a gorgeous car but it doesn’t run and we can’t figure out how to get it running. It seems like it should be simple but it has us stumped. 1. Can we bypass the fuel canister for a 6 volt fuel pump? 2. Is there a setting for the spark arrester? I really want to drive this car. Nice car btw and welcome to the forum 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim fredrickson Posted July 31, 2022 Author Share Posted July 31, 2022 It has spark, the motor is not locked up. I bought it as you see in the photos but it hasn’t run in 25 years so the previous owner said. we’re going to put some gas in canister this week and give it a whirl. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArticiferTom Posted July 31, 2022 Share Posted July 31, 2022 Give oil system an injection oil to lube all bearings . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Zetnick Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 A beautiful car! I have a 1929 Dodge sedan too. If it hasn't been started in 25 years there could be many thing wrong with it. I do have a 6v fuel pump backup...I wouldn't be a bit surprised if old gas hasn't gummed things up. I had to clean out gas tank, carb and get new gas lines. I'd get an owner's manual from Myers Early Dodge. You might check dirtiness / gaps of spark plugs too. Good luck!...it's really nice!...and a fun car to drive! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullfrog_eng Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 Like Bob, I have one too. Jim, I think you are on the right track, and I agree with previous comments, just take it one step at a time. Make sure you have fuel in the vacuum tank, and make sure it is then getting to the Carbi. It should then start and run. That may not be the end of it, as stale fuel can cause many problems, as Bob says. And I also agree with the others, a great looking car. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 (edited) Anyone recognize if that is the U2? BTW, it goes without saying, a handy fire extinguisher is recommended during these attempts also. Edited August 1, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILIKECARS53 Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 I am not sure if it is a U2 hard to tell. However I think the car may have an electric fuel pump. Just to the left of the air filter there is a silver item with hoses connected to it. Also there is a blue wire running down the vacuum tank fuel line going directly to it. The photo is cut off and really can not be certain. As I am looking it also looks like the "fuel pump" is connected to the vacuum tank based on the way the fuel hoses are running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullfrog_eng Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 You may be right. I did not notice that "silver thing". A photo taken a bit lower may show it a bit better. If that is the case, I wonder if the internals of the vacuum tank has been modified? Maybe, maybe not. Like Bob, I use both, but normally run on only vacuum tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Zetnick Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 2 hours ago, 30DodgePanel said: Anyone recognize if that is the U2? BTW, it goes without saying, a handy fire extinguisher is recommended during these attempts also. Sure looks like a U-2 to me...the bowl at the right, linkage controls in middle and air cleaner to left all look right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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