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powering up car without engine......
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NorthantsBen
PostPosted: Mon Oct 10, 2011 11:48 am Up
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is it possible / ok to power up car without the engine and engine loom?

have a few electrical things i want to do in car and need power in the car.



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All you need is a battery and connect it up Laughing
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you will need to insulate the starter and alternator cables
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Lee wrote:
All you need is a battery and connect it up Laughing

well i know that DOH!!!

was interested if it was ok to do.

macj wrote:
you will need to insulate the starter and alternator cables

good point thanks Very Happy


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Won't the fuel pump build up pressure in the fuel hose? Are the injectors still fitted?
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Edward wrote:
Won't the fuel pump build up pressure in the fuel hose? Are the injectors still fitted?

no engine or the loom for engine,

the fuel pipe is just laying in bay atm,


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I would unplug the pump under the rear seat access to be safe
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Fuel pump won't prime if he just has it on accessory and not ignition, or just d/c the pump
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, just the fuel pump i had forgot about


cheers guys Very Happy


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