Big G Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 hi guys...... my mates Triumph 1300 started up the other day......and as it was idling lovely.....it suddenly over revved and cut out.....now we cant get it started......any ideas would be great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkB Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 First thought was fuel starvation, float, blockage etc. But don't assume anything, check basics ignition, spark, plugs, points etc. Distributor hasnt moved? Lose pinch bolt. Then I would make sure fuel is getting to and through the carb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Sharp Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Pop off the fuel line make sure it’s got fuel by turning the starter ( should spurt as engine turns over) . If that’s ok check your spark by taking one plug out reconnecting the lead with the plug head touching the engine block and turn the starter . You should get a spark . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
standardthread Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 2 hours ago, Big G said: hi guys...... my mates Triumph 1300 started up the other day......and as it was idling lovely.....it suddenly over revved and cut out.....now we cant get it started......any ideas would be great Whether it is an SU or Stromberg carb check the oil in the dashpot. It could have just on minimum, surged, and is now flooding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 I wonder if it is a sudden airleak. That would cause the idle speed to increase, and then too weak to run. Maybe a servo hose, or PCV valve issue? Just ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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