Inline fuel filter

[Ronald1]

I'm thinking about putting an automotive in-line fuel filter on my outboard's fuel line. I use portable tanks. Is there any reason this would be a bad idea? To much restiction maybe? Would it be best to put it before or after the primer bulb? I just aquired some old metal fuel tanks and want to play it safe. Thanks

 

[roscoe]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Don't know exactly what you mean by automotive fuel filter, but here is what I use.<br /><br /> http://www.iboats.com/mall/index.cg...filter&**********=520312987&*******=297477872 <br /><br />Or you can go with a water separating fuel filter like this.<br /><br /> http://www.iboats.com/mall/index.cg...filter&**********=520312987&*******=297477872

 

[ZmOz]

Re: Inline fuel filter

I just used a standard automotive clear plastic inline filter on my outboard...worked fine. I don't think it really matters whether it's before or after the primer.

 

[Solittle]

Re: Inline fuel filter

The in-line filters work just fine. Make sure that the filter is the correct one for the diameter fuel line that you have. One thing about the in-line filters. They will filter out the crud but not water. You best bet is a filter that traps the crud but also separates out the water. They look like automotive oil filters and are the best way to go in my opinion.

 

[Ronald1]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Thanks for the replies. I was worried about an outboards fuel pump being able to suck premix through a filter (Evinrude 35 and 60).

 

[TOHATSU GURU]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Some automotive 4- cycle filters will NOT work on a pre-mix outboard due to the filter element screening out the oil.

 

[Ronald1]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Elvin, Answers like yours are EXACTLY the reason why I asked the question. Thanks!

 

[roscoe]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Elvin, and idea or specifics on these filters that will screen out the oil.<br /><br />Answers like yours only make me wonder if I'm using the right stuff. !! <br /><br />Any info appreciated.