Possible problem with Volvo Penta AQ110 Fuel Pump???

[Volvo AQ110]

This boat has been sitting for about 2-3 years. I actually got it out of the dumps
It has a rebuilt engine it looks like. I purchased a brand new starter (made in japan!) from www.newstarteralternater.com The old one was shot. I can get to to run for a min by pouring some gas down the carbs. But I can't seem to get any fuel from the tank. It has a primer on the fuel pump but still cant get any fuel into the line. I am thinking about using a siringe and pushing fuel from the tank line into the fuel filter and beyond?

Any other ideas?

Thanks, Scott!

 

[captmello]

Re: Possible problem with Volvo Penta AQ110 Fuel Pump???

sounds like the pickup tube in the fuel tank or the anti-siphon valve could be clogged.

 

[sqbtr]

Re: Possible problem with Volvo Penta AQ110 Fuel Pump???

If you take the feed line off the pump and pump the prime lever do you feel vacuum at the inlet port?. If not either a stuck check valve or blown diaphragm.

If your pump has screws on the top cover the diaphragm can be replaced, the kit is not cheap but it beats $300 for a new pump.