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Old Nov 24, 2009 | 04:41 PM
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Car: 1990 IROC-Z
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Not starting. Fuel Problem

I have a 90 IROC with a 5.0 TPI. The car wont start just cranks and cranks. I checked the ignition and all is good. Checked fuel pressure it was at 5psi. Changed fuel filter now its at 10 psi. Still not enough supposed to have 40-47psi. I'm thinkin the pump is bad, but before i tear into it does anyone else have any ideas. I can't find any visible leaks and dont smell any fuel. Any ideas would be helpful.
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Old Nov 24, 2009 | 04:48 PM
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Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Engine: 5.7 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
Re: Not starting. Fuel Problem

Your first instinct is probably correct. If you hear the pump run, there aren't any restrictions in the fuel lines, and the filter is nice an new, and there aren't any leaks.... sorta only leaves the pump. It is also possible that there is a problem inside the tank.... but, either way, you have to drop the tank out.
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Old Nov 24, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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thats what I figured thanks for the thought. Gunna be a great way to spend Thanksgiving morning.
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Old Nov 25, 2009 | 12:31 AM
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Re: Not starting. Fuel Problem

Might wanna check the regulator? Not sure, but a holed bladder might cause that too? (of course, you would see gas in the vacuum line too...... something to check anyway.)
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