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Subject:Re: if not one thing its another, fuel pump
From:Doktor Tim
Date:Thu, 21 Aug 2003 07:32:52 -0700

At 06:57 AM 08/21/2003, you wrote:

>would a clogged filter be holding to much gas? what do i look for
>build up coming out, in the past the filter would hold alot of fuel
>but i never saw anything dirty drop out, my fuel lines are newish
>this is like the 3rd filter with this pump. hmmmm i will check the gas
>flow from the tank to see if any crap comes out.

Typically, detach the fuel line coming from the tank and drain the fuel
filter into a clean container. If you see crud change the filter. Better,
remove the filter, drain, then blow through it. Then blow through a new
filter. Any restriction will be evident by the difference in pressure
required.

>has anyone ever heard the fuel pump make a slight grind while running?
>like a gear is slipping not a steady buzzzzzz.

Any noise other than a very smooth hum is evidence of a problem.