Can anyone link me to a definition of a "firm whack"?

number two · May 18, 2022

Many times at gas stations,I've seen the wrecker driver, that came to pick up a no-start,ask the owner to crank the engine while he gives the fuel tank several "firm whacks".
It's surprising how often they start!

Jstpssng · May 20, 2022

number two said:
Many times at gas stations,I've seen the wrecker driver, that came to pick up a no-start,ask the owner to crank the engine while he gives the fuel tank several "firm whacks".
It's surprising how often they start!

I’ve done that a few times. It’s temporary though, and your next move should be to replace the fuel pump. Success is directly in correlation with how far you will otherwise need to walk... I’ve lost 6 fuel pumps I can think of right off the top of my head, and the farthest I’ve walked was 8 miles.

JethroB · May 20, 2022

Mama gave light whacks, daddy gave firm whacks. Mom please

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Torvy · May 20, 2022

JethroB said:
Mama gave light whacks, daddy gave firm whacks. Mom please .

Momma gave firm whacks, daddy gave a whoopin'..

Wooden spoon versus belt.

newbury · May 20, 2022

number two said:
Many times at gas stations,I've seen the wrecker driver, that came to pick up a no-start,ask the owner to crank the engine while he gives the fuel tank several "firm whacks".
It's surprising how often they start!

fuel tank?

Jstpssng said:
I’ve done that a few times. It’s temporary though, and your next move should be to replace the fuel pump. Success is directly in correlation with how far you will otherwise need to walk... I’ve lost 6 fuel pumps I can think of right off the top of my head, and the farthest I’ve walked was 8 miles.

Fuel pump I can understand.

number two · May 21, 2022

newbury-the firm wacks wakes-up the failing electric fuel pump.
Time for a new one.
Used to be nice to bolt a new mechanical pump for $20!

bcp · May 22, 2022

When it no longer responds to whacks, it is out of whack.

Bruce

seville009 · May 22, 2022

This thread will give you the answer......if it doesn't, just give your computer a whack....