Why don't you try and run the engine using the soda bottle? It's easy to do and is almost free. If it runs on the bottle, perhaps your issue is the fuel tank. It could also be a clogged fuel cap or tank vent causing a vapor lock. Start with the simple cheap fixes unless you know the parts are defective. If the truck will not start or run on the soda bottle, it's probably related to the filter/ fuel pump/ hose clamp or air leak. Good Luck