Just as slow as before my mods..

Is there also a mechanical pump on the engine? If so, thats a quick route to simplifying the setup and ditching the extra hose. Also could explain the fuel gage issues . The factory pickup completes the circuit using a clip from the sender to the fuel hard line. Autometer might be the same.
The pump whizzes loudly at the rear when i turn the key, but lots of leak at the tank. Cant see where its leaking and dont wanna put my face underneath. Could the pump be in the tank? I also saw this hose on passenger rear axle coming from the possible regulator and then stops here and goes nowhere. IS that a vent?

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