I replaced the fuel pump on my 216 after the older one sat idle for months. I couldn’t get fuel to the carburetor. I ended up pulling the fuel line from the filter in line with the carburetor and priming it by using a small funnel and pouring gas in until I assume it went all the way to the tank. I then reattached the line and primed the carburetor and started the engine. I’ve not had any problems since. I’m guessing that these “made in China “ pumps don’t perform as well as the original. My two cents worth. I do not use anything but 100% gas in anything but my off topic truck.
Last edited by Rusty Heaps; 12/15/2021 1:04 PM.
