I bought a new mechanical fuel pump and I hooked it up in a hurry and I put the fuel lines on the wrong places, I then fixed the problem but still no fuel.

I have a clear filter before and after this fuel pump. '71 429. I rotated the engine so the fuel pump eccentric would allow easy assembly so I don't thing I messed that up unless the eccentric is loose. Any help appreciated hope this isn't too stupid.

 

Try priming the pump. It may be dry and is having a hard time picking up fuel from the tank. Take the fuel line loose from the carb and (very carefully) pour a little bit of fuel in the line. No need to fill the line to the top, just enough to wet the pump. Maybe four or five tablespoons full.

Brad

 

Thanks Brad, I'll try that.

 

Watching this thread closely, Im having the same problem in a non-ford diesel of mine.