RN>RW> Open the gas filler and have someone turn on the ignition. If the car ha
RN>RW> set a while, you should be able to hear the pump when the ignition is
RN>RW> turned on, very briefly if the pump is good as it will shut off with bac
RN>RW> pressure from the fuel pressure regulator. If it doesn't come on and
RN>RW> stays on, then it's probably defective.

RN>The SIL had a couple of mechanic friends come over yesterday, drop the gas t
RN>(I think after performing the test you described above) and replaced the fue
RN>pump.  That did the trick, but I think he paid way too much for the pump --
RN>over $200.  However, what's done is done.

RN>My thanks to all who replied.

That is in the ballpark. Those in tank pumps for some reason are very
expesive.
A quick Internet check shows a price range of $212 to $305.
With the $305 being a genuine Delco
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