Help! Engine starts and then dies.

[luke350z]

This is weird. I'm new to all this, but I have some common knowledge of engines. I've had my car for about a week now. It was running fine and all. Today, I primed it as usually and tried starting it. It started fine, but then died. What I noticed was a lot of air bubbles in the fuel line, right by the carb. Also, in order to keep the engine running, I had to keep pressing the prime button on my tank. Anyone have any idea on what the problem is? I tried adjustimg the LSN and the idle needle with no results.

 

[mcvickj]

What kind of engine and RC? Have you checked for any air leaks?

 

[El Pirata]

Sounds like an air leak in your fuel system. Check all seals and lines for the fuel system.

 

[luke350z]

Well, I think my stupid a$$ just figured it out. I cracked my fuel tank, and tried fixing it. I guess that is leaking somewhere.

BTW, its a piece of crap Smartech. I ordered the fuel tank, should have it in a few days.