Thanks Baz!
I will certainly do that next time it fails or if I screwed “this” job up. Man o man, talk about a major pain in the arse… not easy crawling/sliding/pulling my way on the ground under the green bomber. That’s a great idea on the spare. I’ve got a water pump n Alt, just in case. A spare fuel pump would be a good addition.
The original was replaced back in 2015 with the help from a mechanic buddy who let me use a lift. It has convinced me how convenient it is to use one for a job like this. The truck was dead in the water so I was stuck where she was parked. I reached out to him and another friend who are mechanics for a living….. got ghosted by both so I just sucked the swamp water and dove in. The pump is a Delphi HD10000 and was spendy in 15 and more stupid now. It was an added bonus when I strolled in with all my original paperwork, busted pump, then walked out with a shinny new one under warranty. I did find a wire issue that might have lead to a short, [emoji2371].
Regardless, if this doesn’t correct the issue I am plumb out of ideas. Then I guess I would be looking at a blocked catalytic converter.
Cleaned up my mess with the remaining light outside, then a hot shower and an adult beverage. I’ll pump some gas into it tomorrow and see if she’ll start. I’ll just bask in my small accomplishment and reminisce about my aches n pains.
Cheers
T