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Old Oct 31, 2014 | 04:15 PM
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89 cherokee 4.0 added 8 gal gas won't fire. How long should it take to get gas to motor.
I may have drained line I ran it for a minute or so when tank was off a few times.
I've tried to start in about 4 times. 10 - 12 sec. each time. Thanks Ken
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Old Oct 31, 2014 | 07:58 PM
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Did you get it? You should hear the pump run 2 seconds or so when you turn the key to ign. After doing that a few times it should be primed...

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Old Oct 31, 2014 | 09:15 PM
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I accidentally got the supply and return lines on another project switched once. Took me much longer than I care to admit to realize what I did.
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should have lines on right , they were different sizes. I heard the pump when I turned key on. First two times I tried starting it only had 3-4 gals in tank since then added another 5 gal. Play with it again in morning. Thanks Ken
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Old Oct 31, 2014 | 11:09 PM
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Maybe Ken Pm'd you? In any case, you are aware if the test port on the fuel rail, has a deal like a tire valve, (Schrader valve). You can depress the deal with a key or whatever to see if there is fuel there.
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Thanks I was wondering if there was someway to check it out.

I have my other truck a 04 gmc down with transfer case problems. Hole in side of it. 4 wheel drive not working at all. Do I dare drive it that way and not do any other damage? Thanks Ken or Hoot
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shrader valve is froze up- using heat gun and power blaster to free it not sure I want to use butane torch.
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shrader valve is froze up- using heat gun and power blaster to free it not sure I want to use butane torch.
bye.

btw, the core unscrews just like a tire valve.
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Old Nov 1, 2014 | 02:04 PM
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the cap that is screwed to the valve is froze up. Will continue spraying it.with PB use some more heat later. Hoot
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That is what I'm using and it is taking metal off but not turning, trying to not

screw it up. It should free up. Every time I spray it I also try starting it hear the pump kick on. Hasn't fired yet. Will use small torch tomorrow.
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This is what you are trying to remove, ... right?
Shouldn't require HE.
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Old Nov 1, 2014 | 10:40 PM
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Yes, that is the cap I'm trying to loosen so I can get at the valve. Will try again tomorrow a time or two. Heading for camp in PM son will take me out and drop me off. Back in town Wed. evening. Thanks all Hoot
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In case it's not clear, PLEASE DO NOT USE A TORCH ON THE FUEL RAIL. Not even a "small torch."
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Old Nov 2, 2014 | 03:31 AM
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OMG this is Hilarious!!!

Gas and fire don't mix silly!
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