Fuel Supply !

[cloumar]

If I want to set my kicker motor on the same fuel tank as the main motor ( inboard tank ), what should I do ? Isntall it with a ''Y'' connection or a two way valve. I was thinking of putting a Y fitting at the outlet of the tank before or in front of the two prime bulbs.<br /><br />Let me know what you think !<br /><br />Thanks <br /><br />Mario

 

[dkondelik]

Re: Fuel Supply !

'Afternoon Smokey,<br /><br />I would go with the switch valve. <br /><br />Using just a "Y" may produce unsatisfactory results. With a "Y", the fuel pump from the ACTIVE motor will be trying draw fuel from the "Y" (Both the gas tank and the INactive motor). <br /><br />Using only the "Y", don't know if drawing against the fuel pump of the INactive motor is a great idea. <br /><br />Good Luck<br />Have FUN!

 

[Fixit]

Re: Fuel Supply !

I tried the "Y" fitting and found it unsat. Put in a valve( 2 way) and it works very well. Only problem I have is going to the stern and switching the valve.

 

[cloumar]

Re: Fuel Supply !

Hey, klondike7 & Fixit, <br /><br /> Thanks for the reply folks !! I will go with the 2 way valve, seems a better option.<br /><br />Mario