Ran out of gas fuel cutout not tripped put gss.

Tiny
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Ran out of gas fuel cutout not tripped put gss in it fuel pump kicks on but wont start
Saturday, October 20th, 2012 AT 12:04 AM

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Tiny
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Running out of fuel has damaged the pump. It must be replaced.

Roy
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Saturday, October 20th, 2012 AT 12:08 AM
Tiny
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That is not going to happen there is no way running out of gas would ruin the pump
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Saturday, October 20th, 2012 AT 12:12 AM
Tiny
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Yes it will, the gas is the lubricant for the pump like running an engine without oil. It seizes or slows down and cannot produce pressure.

Have the pressure checked to confirm

Roy
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Saturday, October 20th, 2012 AT 12:14 AM

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