Will not stay running

1987 FORD E-SERIES VAN
38,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MDEVANEY9
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new fuel pump and new carburetor. wont run unless you are spraying fuel into carburetor.
Sep 15, 2021 at 10:44 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Is the new fuel pump sending fuel to the carburetor? If this has a carburetor, I believe it has a mechanical fuel pump. If that is the case, the fuel pump lobe on the cam may be worn and not actuating the pump.

I need a little more info. First, is this a 5.0L or 5.8L? Also, let me know if it is a mechanical fuel pump. If it is electric, follow the directions in the link below to make sure it is producing. Also, let me know if the old carb was doing the same thing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Let me know.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 15, 2021 at 8:56 PM