Date:         Sat, 21 Jul 2007 13:35:29 -0400
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice
Comments: To: Anthony Kimmons <akimmons@GMAIL.COM>
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If the pump is getting power and you do not hear or feel it turning, it is
bad. Yes, they seize from non use and water will rust them up quickly.

Dennis


-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Anthony Kimmons
Sent: Saturday, July 21, 2007 12:47 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: 87 still not starting, need fuel pump advice

Still having starting issues with me 87 GL.

I was not getting power to my fuel pump and have replaced the relays,
ignition switch, and alternator because I noticed the regulator was
bad due to the old alternator wobbling. Just finished a job replacing
fuel tank seals and new fuel filter.

Now I'm getting power to the fuel pump at least. Connected a test
light and it goes on when I turn the key, stays on briefly (a couple
of seconds) and then turns off. I understand this is normal. But,
there is no fuel getting to engine. Engine cranks fine, but does not
turn over.

I bought the fuel pump new a few years back, but my van has been
sitting for quite awhile.
Wondering now if the pump has "frozen" up from crap or water that may
have been in my tank. Is it possible to test for this? Is there anyway
to clean out the fuel pump or make sure it turns properly?

Man! I was really hoping that it would start right up today! Any other
suggestions?
THANKS!