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Aug 7, 2020 | 11:50 AM

Kaalimaa

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fuel pump issues

Why do I lose fuel suction after 6ft using a mechanical fuel pump after placing a new pump in?

Aug 7, 2020 | 12:05 PM

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What source is the line connected to?

Aug 7, 2020 | 12:26 PM

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to the fuel selector valve, I also tried a fuel gas can full of fuel and got the same result.

Aug 7, 2020 | 09:48 PM

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Where is the return going?

Aug 8, 2020 | 10:23 PM

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Are you pushing the or pulling?

Aug 9, 2020 | 12:17 AM

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I'm pulling and the return line goes back to the tanks, but it also depends on the side you are using.

Aug 10, 2020 | 10:44 PM

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You need a high volume pump when pulling.

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