Alright, so I switched pumps. Put the old one back in, re-timed it and everything. Primed it the same way. Had the injector lines cracked at the injectors(just like before). Cranked for awhile, and still the same problem. I put the return lines on the injectors, cranked some more, and eventually fuel started coming out. Got it to start, it runs great. Probably didn't need to switch pumps...
Now my next question is: Does the return system need some back pressure for the pump to first get started? It seemed like the fuel was taking the path of least resistance and just heading right out the return.
Also, I do have some air in my fuel line, like there's a part in the line that consists completely of air. It all sucks into the Injection pump when the engine starts, but then floats back out when engine is shut off. Can I use Rwest1's method of using a electric pump on the return side to get rid of this air? or does this sound like a big leak?
I'm new at this, and just learning as I go. Thanks for all the help, it is greatly appreciated.
-E