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Search Auto Parts Search 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting scroft New User Aug 30, 2012, 11:58 AM Post #1 of 5 (2284 views) 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign In I bought a barn fresh 1984 Pontiac Fiero that has been sitting for over ten years. New battery and it started right up. Driving it home and after 15 miles it sputtered and just plain quit and wouldn't start so I had it towed home. I suspected and changed the fuel filter to no avail although it does start and idle roughly now, but step on accellerator and it dies. I plan on draining the gas tank and using fresh gas, but was hoping for any other suggestions. Thank you kindly, Steve... Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 30, 2012, 12:08 PM Post #2 of 5 (2272 views) Re: 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign In Probably has low fuel pressure. Verify with a pressure gauge. When you go to drain the tank inspect the inside of it. Probably would be a good idea to replace the fuel pump while your at it. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 30, 2012, 12:23 PM Post #3 of 5 (2264 views) Re: 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign In Quote I bought a barn fresh 1984 Pontiac Fiero that has been sitting for over ten years. My condolences ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. scroft New User Aug 30, 2012, 12:26 PM Post #4 of 5 (2261 views) Re: 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign In Thank you for the reply... I will do both... While I had the fuel filter off, I turned the key on which activates the fuel pump for a few seconds and I could see a good squirt of gas getting pumped out and during idle I can see steady stream of gas going into carb, but just touch the thottle and she dies. Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 30, 2012, 3:35 PM Post #5 of 5 (2246 views) Re: 1984 Pontiac Fiero - Just Plain Quit Sign In Sitting for 10 years and I am sure the gas has turned to wine. If your Fiero doesn't have a fire extinguisher in the trunk, make sure you get one. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved.   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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