Fuel filter empty after every start

[xparatroop501]

More ?s, I suppose it will never stop. So I installed an edlebrock 600 cfm carb and since then my fuel filter is empty after I run it. To start the bronco I have to use a spray of starter fluid and starts up just fine. Should the filter be below the inlet to the carb?
Thanks in advance!!

 

[badmuttstang]

Yes it should be below the inlet. If you still have issues how old is the pump and have you checked your fuel lines? You might have pressure bleeding off which can happen from either of those arears.

 

[xparatroop501]

I haven't checked he lines or pump yet, figured they were good because the filter was 3/4 the way full with the old 2 barrel carb. I probably need to lower the filter.

 

[badmuttstang]

If it doesn't work that would be the next thing to look at. I know this line and filter is a little spendy but well worth it.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/edl-8134/overview/

 

[xparatroop501]

Nice, thanks! The on there now is just the see through plastic type.

 

[xparatroop501]

Thanks for the help, as you can probably tell, this is the first carbureted engine that I've had. I sold a 2001 cobra to try my hand at an EB!

 

[broncnaz]

Id check the float level. Ive seen quite a few edelbrock have the same hard starting issue due to float levels that are to low.

 

[Chief Master Sergeant]

The Edelbrock I had on my 72 did the same thing. Was a whore to start each time. I fixed it by replacing it with a Holley. Cranks first time, every time!