Sound like my problem on my 1997 XLT 5.0 AWD. No fuel pump sound, no fuel at Schrader valve, and no fuel when take the line off at filter. It runs when starting fluid is sprayed in the throttle body.
The previous owner had cut a hole in floor board... so take out back seats and roll carpet back, then swing open the hatch. Easy Right? Except for the fittings. Did I say I hate those fittings? Get them off and have to move the vehicle. Turn on the key and smell fuel. The pump is spraying fuel out! But it is weak and barely off the pump bracket. Disconnect the electrical lines and move the car to get the trailer out of the driveway.
Researching and believe I have a weak pump. O'Reilly Auto has a MasterPro Fuel Pump, Part # MPE16006 with a one year warranty that is about half the price of the Delphi (that is a special order) with the same warranty.
Have to wait til payday (end of the month) so no rush. Any experience with the MasterPro Pumps?