1990 2.3 L OMC engine change question

[jmcgrady]

I just replaced my OMC 2.3 Liter engine. The replacement engine that I bought has everything on it including wiring harness and carb. I tried to crank it today and the engine was spinning over, but no fuel was getting to the carb. I pulled the fuel hose off where it goes to the fuel filter/water seperator (first stop from the tank) and the hose was dry. I was able to syphon from the tank to the filter so I know the fuel line isnt clogged. Do I need to somehow "prime" fuel so that the new filter fills up? I thought by turning the engine the fuel pump would eventually suck fuel, but no joy. Any recommendatios would be appreciated.

 

[chiefalen]

pump shot maybe, feel any suction on the pump when cranking. Cracked hose maybe allowing it to suck air.

Maybe to get it running bypass the sep. for now. Dribble a little gas in the carb and get it going and then go back after you got it running good to figure whats wrong with the sep.

 

[boatin_bob]

Is this a new filter you just put on or is it an old plugged up one? Some guys will pre-fill with gas before spinning on but your right the pump should be able to fill it after a few cranks. Do you still have the old engine/fuel pump...could try a swap?

 

[jmcgrady]

Thanks I do have the other engine and I know the fuel pump works on it so I'll give it a shot.

 

[DavidW2009]

To get my 2.3L going after I bought it (P.O. had not run it in 5-6 years), I dripped some fuel down the carb. And after installing new points and condensor, it fired right off.