ok so i changed the fuel filter... and have a question.. is the hole in the banjo bolt supposed to line up directly to the fuel lines becuase i could not get it to line up exactly, and i tried it and it worked without it perfectly lined up....

also- i checked the plugs/wires, wires are clean and pretty new, plugs have "normal" wear and look healthy

i am looking for more suggestions... i think the next thing ill try is a fuel pressure gague and make sure its at the correct psi, but any more suggestions would be useful... i have listened for the fuel pump but i dont hear anything i havent heard in the other 7 cars ive owned....