Could be Crap in the lines. Back off the fitting from the tank to the pump
and clear the line.
Ira Erbs
IT Consultant
Portland, OR
sent from my Droid, please excuse typos and random self corrections because
my phone has It's own ideas about what word I meant to write
On Dec 23, 2011 6:52 AM, "Linwood H Rose" <linwoodrose at mac.com> wrote:
> Hi Folks,
> Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
>
> I neglected my Bugeye (too long since I started it - yes, I know better!),
> and now when the ignition is switched on the SU pump clicks like crazy, but
> it is not drawing fuel. Tank is almost full, so I am not out of gas!
>
> I am wondering if I need to somehow prime the pump to get it going. If so,
> what is the recommended procedure. Alternatively, do I have another
> problem? New pump required? It is a solid state SU pump, not points. I
> replaced the mechanical pump original to the Bugeye long ago.
>
> Thanks for your thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated.
>
>
> Lin
>
>
> Lin Rose
> 1959 AN5 Bugeye - pure driving enjoyment, go-kart with a body.
> 1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast" - owned since 1971, my first car and still
> have it!
> 1964 Jag MKII - current project
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