1990 Evinrude 90 VRO Is this a good idea just to be safe???

[videofxr]

Have heard many horror stories about VRO failure. My boat runs great with no<br />problems. Could I change my VRO line from tank to engine to a clear hose and then<br />maybe detect air or no oil movement at a quick glance. Just a thought for safety<br />sake. Just wondering would you actually be able to see the oil moving?

 

[DJ]

Re: 1990 Evinrude 90 VRO Is this a good idea just to be safe???

You would not be able to see the oil moving unless there were air other impurities in the line.<br /><br />I would be concerned about clear tubing holding up in the marine environment.<br /><br />The VRO system is VERY reliable, just make sure your warning horn is working. It should give a telltale "beep" every time you turn the ignition on.

 

[jegervais]

Re: 1990 Evinrude 90 VRO Is this a good idea just to be safe???

UV rays will yellow, harden and crack clear hose in a short amount of time. The system as djohns says is quite reliable. Twice annually take a sample from the bottom of the oil reservoir (a turkey baster works well for this - don't let the wife catch you tho!!). Check the sample for water or other contaminants. Every other year, remove and clean the oil pick up - remember to purge air out of the system whenever the oil pick up is disturbed and run a tank of premix until oil consumption is verified. Lastly, make sure the alarm is working and "listen" to what your engine is telling you.<br /><br />-John