fuel pump

1988 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
170,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHEVYCAP88
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i have a 1988 chevy caprice classic. i have replace the mechanical fuel pump but the car will not continue to run once started. I was starting the car by pouring gas into the carburator, but it would only run for a few seconds. I NEED HELP
May 20, 2011 at 11:25 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Check the line gong back to the tank for being porous, the pick up being clogged or the camshaft lobe worn off.You can test the tank and lines by using a 6 or 8 foot piece of hose attached to the fuel pump and try the run the car off a portable gas can.
May 21, 2011 at 2:13 AM
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