2.3L ('83-'97) 2.3l

[88ranger2.3snowman]

I’ve replaced my distributor, tfi, plugs, coil and everything else to get spark back. I got spark then my fuel pumps quit. I replaced both pumps and filter. It cranks and will fire but will not start. I’m just throwing money at it now. Can someone please give me some advice on what to do next? Should I replace the fuel injectors? I’m at a loss

 

[RobWigglezz]

What was the sequence of events that happened? Were you driving and it just died? Do you know what part actually failed? As for the new fuel in pumps, you should verify fuel pressure at the rail to make sure they're working. Fuel injectors don't just fail, and if it was running before they should still be ok.

 

[88ranger2.3snowman]

I got it from a family member that parked it because of a drain on the battery. It sat for 4 or five years. When I picked it up I tried to get it started so I could pull it on the trailer. Fuel pumps were dead but fired off of starting fluid. When I got it home and started messing with it on l one of the fuel pumps started working and I lost spark. I replaced everything that I mentioned and got spark back and both pumps are kicking on when I turn the key on.

 

[RobWigglezz]

Ok it sitting for 5 years makes more sense. I'd still find the Schrader valve on the fuel rail and see if fuel is getting up there.

Was there any signs of rodents?

It's possible the injectors could get gummed up in 5 years. Before ripping it apart, you could try to unplug an easy to access injector and operate it with a 9v -12v battery. There should be an audible click.