My car wont start. Starts with starter fluid then stumbles and dies. Help?

Question

I have an 81 Citation that wont start, unless you spray starter fluid. Once the starter fluid burns up, it dies. What should I check first?

P.S. Rebuilt carburetor, new spark plugs/wires, new distributor cap/rotor, new ignition module/coil, new starter, and new battery.

Answer 1

take the fuel line off and turn the key to check if the fuel pump is working...

Answer 2

sounds like the fuel pump or dirt in the fuel line.

Answer 3

new fuel pump

Answer 4

I assume there's fuel in it...............

Answer 5

FUEL FILTER ?

OR FUEL PUMP