I had an interesting time getting the new fuel lines and new filter primed. I first tried the squeeze bulb, but that was futile. It doesn't pump air. I couldn't get the system to prime. So then I broke the fuel line before the squeeze bulb, put a short line into a container of fuel, and pumped it up. Started the engine, got it running about 1000 RPM, then quickly switched the fuel line to the boat installed system. It never even hiccuped! Apparently the engine fuel pump is pumping fast enough to prime all those empty lines and even the new fuel filter-- Whatever, it worked and I was able to switch tanks with the selector valve while the engine was running. I am ready! 40 gallons in two saddle tanks.
Larry
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1975 Wellcraft V20 Steplift with 1979 Evinrude 150. Newly rebuilt dual axle trailer. Boat is in a slip behind Harbor Island on San Diego Harbor.
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05-09-2014, 07:45 PM
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