1975 164E fuel problem, and parts source??

Sep 14th, 2005, 23:56

I have just inherited a 1975 Volvo 164E sedan in MINT original condition with only 17,000 miles on it. The car has not been run since 1987, and is so clean, it could take first place in a car show. I had a chance to fuss with it some last weekend. I could get it to fire up on starting fluid, but determined no fuel was getting to the oval tube that feeds the injectors. The gas tank is clean with new gas in it, and the fuse for the fuel pump is labeled with all the rest in the door jamb under the dash. It appears good and not corroded. Then I ran out of time, and had to leave it. (The car is 5 hours distant from my home) The waterpump leaked, so we just ordered a new one (nearest available one was in a warehouse in Tennessee) If anyone has any repair tips or sources of parts in the USA, I'd appreciate a heads up.
Many thanx!
Jeff

Jan 2nd, 2006, 16:18

Were you ever successful in getting the old boy running? Even if in beautiful condition, the wiring harnesses become brittle at this age, and of course the hoses are rotted. I'd be interested to hear how it turned out.

classicswede · Jan 2nd, 2006, 20:11

It could be a hole in the petrol pipe. It may well be just sucking air!

Jan 29th, 2006, 09:02

Hi Jeff,
My parnters Great Aunt has just hit the age of needing to go into a nursing. They have a 1971 164 that they need to sell. I have only had a brief look around it, and there appears to be only a very small amount of rust in the rear panel around the bumper with no dents anywhere. I know it runs, but am not sure of anything else. If you are interested or would know of anyone who is, i can find out for you.
Thanks,
Dave.

classicswede · Jan 29th, 2006, 11:33

Where abouts is the car?

Sep 14th, 2005, 23:56	#1
autoneer1 Guest Location:	1975 164E fuel problem, and parts source?? I have just inherited a 1975 Volvo 164E sedan in MINT original condition with only 17,000 miles on it. The car has not been run since 1987, and is so clean, it could take first place in a car show. I had a chance to fuss with it some last weekend. I could get it to fire up on starting fluid, but determined no fuel was getting to the oval tube that feeds the injectors. The gas tank is clean with new gas in it, and the fuse for the fuel pump is labeled with all the rest in the door jamb under the dash. It appears good and not corroded. Then I ran out of time, and had to leave it. (The car is 5 hours distant from my home) The waterpump leaked, so we just ordered a new one (nearest available one was in a warehouse in Tennessee) If anyone has any repair tips or sources of parts in the USA, I'd appreciate a heads up. Many thanx! Jeff

Jan 2nd, 2006, 16:18	#2
164eman Guest Location:	17k Were you ever successful in getting the old boy running? Even if in beautiful condition, the wiring harnesses become brittle at this age, and of course the hoses are rotted. I'd be interested to hear how it turned out.

Jan 2nd, 2006, 20:11	#3
classicswede Trader Volvo in my veins Last Online: Apr 26th, 2024 23:53 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Anglesey	It could be a hole in the petrol pipe. It may well be just sucking air! __________________ http://www.classicswede.org www.classicswede.co.uk

Jan 29th, 2006, 09:02	#4
DaveTrenaman Guest Location:	164 Parts Hi Jeff, My parnters Great Aunt has just hit the age of needing to go into a nursing. They have a 1971 164 that they need to sell. I have only had a brief look around it, and there appears to be only a very small amount of rust in the rear panel around the bumper with no dents anywhere. I know it runs, but am not sure of anything else. If you are interested or would know of anyone who is, i can find out for you. Thanks, Dave.

Jan 29th, 2006, 11:33	#5
classicswede Trader Volvo in my veins Last Online: Apr 26th, 2024 23:53 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Anglesey	Where abouts is the car? __________________ http://www.classicswede.org www.classicswede.co.uk

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