Any way to pump fuel from gas can to 3.5 hp

[harrisg]

I have a 3.5 hp 2 stroke that holds about 1/3 gal of fuel and cannot use an external tank. It uses about 1/2 gal an hour so I have to stop and refill every 45 minutes or so. Is there any way to rig up something to transfer fuel from an external source. I don't want to pollute but pouring from a 1, 2.5 or 5 gallon can withhout missing or overfilling when the wind is kicking up is not easy.

 

[JB]

Re: Any way to pump fuel from gas can to 3.5 hp

What make and model engine, Harrisg?<br /><br />Some engines can have a fuel pump added to use a remote tank. A really creative wrench can convert any 2 stroke to do this.

 

[harrisg]

Re: Any way to pump fuel from gas can to 3.5 hp

The motor is a 3.5 hp 2005 Tohatsu. Perhaps I should have put this on the Honda, Nisson, Tohatsu board but if you know how this could be done I'd appreciate it. If it can't be done, is there a way to transfer from a regular gas can to the fuel opening on top of the outboard without lifting the can?

 

[JB]

Re: Any way to pump fuel from gas can to 3.5 hp

As a safety issue I wouldn't try transferring gas on a boat, harrisg.<br /><br />Perhaps one of our other members can recommend what fuel pump to get and how to adapt it.<br /><br />I will move this to the Tohatsu Troubles forum.