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1974 Case 540B won’t start

1974Case ยท 2025-08-11 15:32

My backhoe ran fine a few weeks ago. I used the manual shut off lever inside to shut it down when I was finished using it. I tried to start it this week and it will turn over good but will not start. The tank is full of fuel and when I loosen the nut on both filters there is fuel in them.

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  1. #1Billrog2025-08-11 20:49

    When you push the shut off lever in make sure the valve is opening.

  2. #2thepumpguysc2025-08-13 17:46

    MAKE SURE the cable is moving the shut off lever and the lever is on the stop screws.. If THATS OK.. If this is a RoosaMaster/Stanadyne pump, u can remove the top cover by removing the 3 screws and make sure the metering valve is moving freely..