maltman111

i just got my new gsr engine from hmo, i got it in , i havent connected the cables for the transsmision but i have the clutch depressed and try to start it and nothing happens, i tried jumping it and still nothing.
does the tranny have to be hooked up its a manual so i dont see why it would need to be, and the pump does prime when i turn the key but nothing after that.

sleepyaccord96

check your grounds...

from trans to frame
from engine harness to thermosta housing.
valve cover to shock tower
etc

does your lights and everything come on in the gauge cluster? or is it like everything is dead??

ALso man you didn't tell us what kind of car, what year, obd1 or 2 engine??? need more info to be honest

grumblemarc

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Asks if it is a battery problem but haven't tested the battery? Are all the grounds connected?

maltman111

all the grounds are good, its a obd1 98 civic with a b18c1, the dash and everything comes on headlights, maybe im missing a ground , i have the valve cover,thermostat housing,trassmission are their any that im missing

Former User

No crank, right? Does the fuel pump prime?

Chris Westlund

I'm guessing it doesn't even crank? Does the starter engage at all? If nothing else you can try bridging the ground and 12 volt lead at the starter to see if you've got power there. If that doesn't work, the starter isn't getting power and/or proper ground, or it may be bad altogether. If it does work, then you've got some issues between the ignition signal and your starter. Make sure you're insulated from the tool when doing this, It'll be a nasty shock if you're not.

maltman111

turns out the thermostat ground was loose.got it tightened and started right up,thanks for everyones help