Try a test light on the pump and see if it is comming on at startup and
continuing to run as the motor tries to start.

On Mon, 21 May 2001 14:11:01 -0700 Paul Bucco <ibuyvdubs@yahoo.com>
writes:
> Hi List,
>
>     Ok, the fuel line is replaced and a new filter was
> used.  The problem is the van still won't start.  When
> it is cranked it will produce 40 pounds of pressure.
> When the hose is kinked between the gas tank and the
> fuel pump, it will read 0 pounds of pressure but start
> and run briefly.  Is the problem with the fuel
> pressure regulator?  Or should i have my friend who is
> working on my van check to see if the injectors are
> spraying properly, plugs are dirty, fuel pump is
> kicking ok, compression ok??  Any other ideas, feel
> free to give me your 2 cents plus worth. It is a 2.1L
> automatic 87 Vanagon w/ only 8k on the Slow German
> Auto rebuild.
>
> =====
> Paul Bucco
> Ibuyvdubs@yahoo.com
> New Jersey Shore
> 65 21 window deluxe(have rebuilt 1641cc-need to install it now!!)
> 87 Wolfsburg Edition Vanagon
> 00 Dodge Ram workvan
>
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