Fuel problems

Tiny
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  • 1989 FORD F-250
  • 5.8L
  • V8
  • 4WD
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  • 160,000 MILES
I have fuel to fuel rail but none after. Will not start.
Tuesday, March 20th, 2018 AT 2:13 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Will the engine run if you spray starter fluid in it the intake?

This guide can help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken

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Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 AT 10:39 AM
Tiny
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I put gas in a spray bottle, sprayed it in throttle body and it runs until out of gas. I got fuel to the rail but no farther.
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Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 AT 1:09 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Using a test light check to see if the injectors are getting a pulse. Here is a guide to help you see how.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-fuel-injector
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Friday, March 23rd, 2018 AT 9:49 AM

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