Problem solved (for now). I put a fuel line on the fuel pump inlet and the other end into fresh, clean gas. Disconnected the hose at the carb and cranked the engine. Good gas flow into a container. Hooked up the hose to the carb - Instant start so I know the pump is good. Put new fuel hoses in from carb to pump outlet and from pump inlet back towards the tank. It turns out the small piece of hose joining the steel line from the tank to the steel line (and hose for connection) to the fuel pump was in bad shape. The clamp was loose and when I was manipulating the outlet line at the tank fitting I must have upset it. Replaced the short rubber hose with a fuel filter. Will get back to the tank for removal and possible replacement. Thanks, again, for all your help!


It's a small world, but I wouldn't want to paint it.