Fuel Pickup Sizefor Twin OB's?

bollard

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I am having a new fuel tank built and want to upgrade the fuel pickup capacity to support two outboard motors of ~200 HP.<br /><br />The OEM tanks had one 3/8" NPT. This was OK with twin carbed 150HP powerhead-rated engines. When I replaced them with 150HP V6 prop-rated engines I had fuel starvation and needed to use a puller pump to deliver enough fuel.<br /><br />I now have FI engines so no present fuel delivery problem, but I want the new tanks to have the capacity if ever needed.<br /><br />Should I have TWO 3/8" pickups, or one of some larger diameter per tank?
 

Dhadley

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Re: Fuel Pickup Sizefor Twin OB's?

2 at 3/8" ID minimum. <br /><br />Its a wonder the two carb'd motors lived.<br /><br />Good luck!
 
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