Fuel pump issue

[The Worminator]

I got my engine all back together and now I have a fuel supply problem. Even with a new fuel pump, I have to constantly squeeze the ball to maintain fuel supply. Is this a carb issue? I replaced the exhaust skirt gasket and It runs beautifully otherwise. Those obviously shrink when they dry out with age.

 

[The Worminator]

Sorry, forgot to say it’s a 65/68 sportwin 9.5

 

[Crosbyman]

fyi

https://www.aomci.org/wp-content/uploads/attachments/1972%20Evinrude%209.5HP%20Service%20Manual.pdf

 

[racerone]

Check the hose for leaks.----Check pick up tube INSIDE the fuel tank for leaks.-----Fuel pump is drive by crankcase pressure pulses.----Check for issues there.-----Picked up 5 of these 9.5 HP motors in the last 2 weeks for parts / repair.----Great , light weight motors.