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Well Rob it started right up & purrs like a kitten, wait, I mean growls like a dog should LOL. The air worked great, when I learn how to post pics, I will show you guys my new to me truck..........

P.S. Thanks for the help, this site is great..........Paul

From your description of the engine you have an ENDT865B if "Dynatard" equipt. No matter with the problem you're experiencing. I assume you do not have a hand primer pump also. This engine is a bitch to get stated after running out of fuel. I get picked on constantly because my own experience ensures it. The brutal SOB's on here always pick on me...........

Actually it is not hard to get started. Ensure your filters are full with fuel. Close the fuel crossover valve on one tank. Have a helper place a blow gun and air line from a shop compressor into the fuel tank with the pickup tube sealing around the blow gun with a shop rag. While cranking the engine pressurize the tank and it should start.

That engine with the "V" pump does not draw well through the length of line it has to. You probably should ensure you have good fuel lines and nothing is busted allowing air to enter. Even with a small leak the engine with the pressurized fuel tank should start. When running look for wet spots on the lines.

I have three V8's and none of them start easy when they've lost their prime, (sorta like me).

Rob

Hey Rob, this is not a 865. The truck is a 1979 R-Model w/a 866 V8 engine. I will try the tank pressurization & see if it starts, I will let you guys know.......Paul

This truck has been setting for @18 years{truck was started about once a year or once every other year}, & was started @ 1year ago & driven to new location. The truck will not start now. Fuel was drained, refilled w/ clean fuel, new filters, fuel lines flushed & refilled. Engine will run on starting fluid/ ether, but will not pick up fuel.......any suggestions would be appreciated......Paul

New to the forum, interested in learning... I own 3 Mack trucks , the newest is an 89 Superliner....

Paul Gaylock