1971 Ford F-250 Gas or Maybe Ignition

Tiny
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  • 1971 FORD F-250
  • 6.4L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
I thought I was out of gas and when I started my vehicle it turns over but then it makes this sputtering type sound and the engine just won't idle or stay running. I have changed the Coil and checked inside the carburetor for clogs but it is ok. I also have changed the fuel filter and checked the fuel line for clogs. When I take the fuel Line off the carburetor and turn the key fuel squirts out but it seems kind of reluctant.
Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 9:32 AM

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Tiny
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Sounds like a fuel pump issue. Put a few ounces of fuel into a squeeze bottle. Remove the air cleaner and start it up. Squirt the fuel slowly into the throat of the carb. If the engine stops spluttering, you know you've got a bad fuel pump. Once you get it running decently again, it might be a good idea to run some carb cleaner through it.
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Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 12:24 PM

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