Hi
I've just managed to start my Triumph Stag after I've left it 5 months to stand. I took off the fuel pipe to the filter and nothing came out with ignition on. The electrical fuel pump in the boot needed hitting quite hard for it to work! I've known starters to need hitting but has anyone else heard of fuel pumps needing a whack after being stood?? What is the likely thing that was causing it to stick- the diaphragm or sediment in the pump
Also, as I initially thought the problem was electrical/damp related, I checked the coil's voltage which was only 6V with ignition on, as it's a 12V coil is this normal? Thanks to any replies, Jon