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	2003 f7 wiring problem - 2003 f7 wiring problem started by guy234
	October 2nd 2007 at 9:22 PM Post #1
	guy234 Starting Member 1 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 2nd 2007 Location:
	hi. i was wondering if you could help me out on a problem. i had just purchased a used 2003 firecat 700 this summer and it was running good then i took out the plugs to get the number for a new set i put them back in and it will start but the tac wont turn on untill it i rev it up and the lights stay dim when idling. now it floods its'self when i give it some gas. i tried unhooking and reconnecting the plug to the tac and the lights and to the computer but it still does the same thing. is there any other wires that i could have hit fot it to do this? like it still starts but when i give it gas it stalls out. any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! i wanna have it ready b4 snow thanks Rating: 0 Quick Edit Edit Topic
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	October 2nd 2007 at 11:45 PM  [ Modified October 3rd 2007 at 12:01 AM ] Post #2
	Blackcat Senior Member 3681 Posts Group: Members Member Since: October 24th 2004 Location: Wahpeton, ND, USA Current Sled: 94 AC ZR580 Miles Last Season: 130 Miles This Season: 318
	Did you check the spark plugs wires to make sure they snapped back on the spark plug properly? I can't imagine a poor connection with the spark plug could cause such a drain, but it seems like anything is possible with electricity. Did you run it right before pulling the plugs or has it been awhile? Perhaps a mouse got into some wiring. Wouldn't hurt to check any grounds around the spark plug wires, perhaps you bumped on and frayed some of the wires or caused a loose connection. '94 ZR580 Remember, the things we say and write not only effect those it was intended for, but can also effect the greater population...whether good or bad. School Location: Wahpeton, ND (NDSCS) Home Location: Berthold, ND My Site 06-07 Sleddin' Season Stats Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit
	October 3rd 2007 at 6:44 AM  [ Modified October 3rd 2007 at 6:45 AM ] Post #3
	F7-Fanatic Tender Lovin 1274 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 18th 2005 Location: Fond Du Lac, WI, USA Current Sled: Controversial 03 F7
	Check the wires that run along the mag side of the bulkhead. It's very common for these wires to get worn through in this area. I tried to show you in red, the wires I'm talking about. The bad part is even if they look fine, it's best to remove the electrical tape, and visually inspect every inch of wire. I had mine worn through, and was experiencing similar problems a couple years ago. It didn't look bad untill I removed the tape. Also........the gauge on the 03's is VERY DIM to begin with. So even if you find a broken wire and fix, the gauge will still light up poorly. But hopefully the sled should run better. I name my quilts after first Lady's, and my comforters after fighter planes, and there ain't nothin more AMERICAN than takin a nap, in an Apache combat helicopter with Nancy ****in Reagan. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit
	October 8th 2007 at 8:50 AM Post #4
	F7-Fanatic Tender Lovin 1274 Posts Group: Members Member Since: February 18th 2005 Location: Fond Du Lac, WI, USA Current Sled: Controversial 03 F7
	So............um..............no news is good news?? I name my quilts after first Lady's, and my comforters after fighter planes, and there ain't nothin more AMERICAN than takin a nap, in an Apache combat helicopter with Nancy ****in Reagan. Rating: 0 Quick Edit Full Edit