Q: Gas not making it to carburetor or fuel pump
The gas isn't making it to the carburetor or fuel pump.
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A fuel pressure test will have to be conducted to see if enough fuel pressure is making its way to the fuel injection system. If not, the problem could be a bad fuel pump or a power to the fuel pump issue. You could also have a restricted (pinched) line. Fuel systems operate at high pressures and repairs should only be made by qualified technicians.
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