3LFarms;
I will check the compression once I either buy or rent a gauge. The hair dryer is something I also need to try. Thank you!
tony45;
I might just do that. I am trying to see if I can produce a reliable start first! If I can't I will try starting fluid and pulling it.
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Ok so today's progress:
New glow plugs show 0.8 ohms? Is this within margins?
Ford 1710 Glow Plug Test - YouTube
1. Checked wiring diagram for power to glow plugs
> Wired correctly.
2. Followed all the steps to check the wiring and resistance to the glow plugs, ignition switch, and coil indicator
> Passed all tests for ohms
3. Installed fully charged battery
4. Held key to the left for up to 60 seconds, warming glow plugs
> Didn't start after multiple attempts
5. Recharged the battery to 100%
On left ignition turn I put the multimeter to the glow plugs on 12v to make sure they were getting power. It climbed from 8.5v to 9.8v in about 45 seconds.
> is this normal? Glow plugs getting amperage but not the full 12.x voltage?
6. I have no idea how to tell if the timing is off on the injection pump? Is there a tutorial or video on YouTube that teaches this?
7. The negative battery cable is getting fairly hot. I am still not certain i have a reliable ground. I have attached photos.
I think the next step is to check compression?
Thank you all!