Classic SeaCraft Community - Engine surges and runs out of gas

Page 3 of 3

Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Classic SeaCraft Community (http://www.classicseacraft.com/community/index.php)

- Recovered Threads (http://www.classicseacraft.com/community/forumdisplay.php?f=13)

- - Engine surges and runs out of gas (http://www.classicseacraft.com/community/showthread.php?t=30895)

gofastsandman

12-18-2021 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Capt Terry (Post 273298)

Jorge- with what you have already eliminated, my leading theory is the tank like the piece of paper or part number tag on my dad’s Pontiac tank- it was intermittent. But easier things first. Replace the fuel bulb with an OEM bulb, not an aftermarket one like a mechanic ripped off mine one time, exclaiming get rid of this piece of crap

I run 3/8 alum pipe with a v notch at the bottom.

Sometimes the racor housing can corrode and have pin holes
as well, but probably not his issue.

Bushwacker

12-25-2021 09:55 PM

How old is your fuel line? Some fuel lines have an internal liner that has been known to delaminate and cause a blockage!

Also, you mentioned recently cleaning the tank. Did you use any sealant on the sending unit gasket? Years ago when I was young and dumb, I used RTV/ silicone, which is not resistant to gasoline, and a bunch of it got into the tank and plugged the fuel line, causing exactly what you’re seeing! I wouldn’t use any sealant but No. 2 Permatex, the type that does not harden.

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 04:23 PM.

Page 3 of 3

Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page