How can I tell if my fuel tank is full of water?
Check for the presence of water in the fuel tank. Inspect the water-separating fuel filter on larger engines. If water is found, pump the tank dry from the fuel line or siphon the tank dry. Examine the fuel in a clear container.
Where does the fuel come from on an outboard boat?
Though many smaller boats using portable tanks are not equipped with these fuel filter/water separator devices, most boats with outboards that draw fuel from an internal fuel tank are.
What kind of fuel tank do I need for my Boat?
There are a number of different shapes as well. Short, wide, topside fuel tanks can be tied down onto different parts of your boat, truck, or other vehicle for the secure storage and transportation of fuel. You can also find gas cans with easy-pour nozzles, so you can quickly give your boat a top-off.
Where are the fuel filters on an outboard engine?
Many outboards—especially newer models—have a slew of onboard fuel filters that can become clogged and detrimentally affect performance. On the simplest of outboard engines these are easily replaceable, often installed inline between the fuel inlet and the carburetor.
Check for the presence of water in the fuel tank. Inspect the water-separating fuel filter on larger engines. If water is found, pump the tank dry from the fuel line or siphon the tank dry. Examine the fuel in a clear container.
Though many smaller boats using portable tanks are not equipped with these fuel filter/water separator devices, most boats with outboards that draw fuel from an internal fuel tank are.
There are a number of different shapes as well. Short, wide, topside fuel tanks can be tied down onto different parts of your boat, truck, or other vehicle for the secure storage and transportation of fuel. You can also find gas cans with easy-pour nozzles, so you can quickly give your boat a top-off.
Many outboards—especially newer models—have a slew of onboard fuel filters that can become clogged and detrimentally affect performance. On the simplest of outboard engines these are easily replaceable, often installed inline between the fuel inlet and the carburetor.