I have a 1991 vw Jetta and it won't start after sitting overnight..

1991 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
125,000 MILES
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ALIBABY30
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I have replaced the starter, new battery, pressure regulator, ignition switch, new exhaust, spark plugs and a electrical wire. After the car sits overnight, I try to start the car and it cranks and cranks and it doesnt start..after a few times of this the battery drains..Please help! I am a single mom of two boys and I desperately need this car to be fixed!
Oct 13, 2011 at 9:16 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When it doesn't start, have you checked for spark and proper fuel pressure to the engine? It sounds like the fuel pressure is weak.
Dec 20, 2016 at 3:29 AM
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ALIBABY30
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Yes, there is a spark and the mechanic did check the pressure and fuel. Its a Ok. This is so crazy! Mechanic fixed a wire to a sensor and change the fuel plugs. The two days the car was there, everytime they started the car it started right up no problems. I went to pick it up and it started up. I woke up today went to start it and it wouldnt!
Dec 20, 2016 at 3:29 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Check the fuel injector and pump relays and fuses.
Dec 20, 2016 at 3:29 AM
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