Short(ish) question: is it possible the screen on IP fuel inlet line is crudded up or could be substantially blocked to cause a no start? If so can it be removed with the IP in place and cleaned? Trying to avoid the inevitable rebuild/replacement. If it comes to that do you prefer to rebuild existing unit or buy new/rebuilt? Any preferred vendors? I'm in the Coachella Valley, CA area in case you know a guy.
History: I've got a M1123 that was rebuilt IROAN 11/09 then sealed up (silver tape over all fluid entries, paperwork under the seat) with 19 miles. GP forklift stabbed the tank, but after replacing tank (used existing pickup and lines) and priming fuel system it fired right up. God is good! Started every time I flipped the switch and drove well enough around the block with the kiddos. Fast forward about 10 months and now miles are at 56 from neighborhood drives. Now that I think about it I did notice an occasional hesitation or cut out after a hard acceleration and lift...hmm. After a single hard start one warm summer evening, then a short drive around the neighborhood (it tried to stall after lifting off accelerator) I parked in the driveway and restarted it (it was a reluctant start at that), next day nothing. cranks but will not fire. Added 5 gallons to ensure fuel level was adequate.
I cranked until the batteries died like a few poor souls on here... then broke out the tools. no fuel to #3 injector (easy access). getting power to the cutoff switch and did the clear line from IP, a few bubbles at first crank, but then a very slow flow. opened the top of the IP, everything moves freely with cutoff (yes, bought the 5 point security bit set from HD) changed fuel filter, I know should've done that first, because it was rough...ugh. still no fire. changed fuel lift pump. nothing. In trying to siphon from the lift pump line to the filter and then comparing that fuel from the filter I discovered a bit of filmy sedimentation via the filter side so I think (and hoping) by not swapping that fuel filter asap I may have clogged something down stream of the filter causing my issues. I'm coming to terms with the fact that I will likely need to replace IP but trying to avoid the expense since I've tested my families patience enough already... Worst part of this is that it just got plated and insured, but now won't start. Thank you for all your posts, along with the TM's they really have helped get me oriented with my new obsession.
but wanted to hear it from somebody else.
