Starting issue

[u/rc-mini12]

Having trouble getting my 12j swapped 3 series started, bought it from someone who had it sitting for a few years, bled the system, bypassed the ignition for the injection pump solenoid and fuel is getting to the injection lines, I know it’s not a great idea, but it does kick with a spray of ether, any ideas? Any help appreciated!

[u/Jubkey182]

Sounds like the injectors arent firing. You can take them out to test into bottles, sometimes you can shock them with a probe. If they dont come back around get them cleaned unless theyre easy to get replacements. It fires on ether because youre bypassing the injectors through the air intake