tempo water fuel separating filter

[rh2388]

When pumping bulb it wont get hard un less I unhook from engine. I took filter off and filled with gas worked the 1st time but same results next time. It will run all day long once it starts but bulb isn't very frim

 

[OBJ]

Re: tempo water fuel separating filter

Welcom rh!

What engine are we talking about?

Look for air leaks. Sounds like you got one somewhere. Check the fuel lines at the connection points and replace any that may have become hard over the years.

Once the engine is running, the primer bulb will feel soft.

 

[rh2388]

Re: tempo water fuel separating filter

its all new lines from tank under floor even new plug in at engine. I couldn't get the old line out from under floor is there some kind of check valve I didn't replace. the line was about 6 ft long its on a 94 115 johnson.And thanks for the welcome and advice

 

[72SideWinderSS]

Re: tempo water fuel separating filter

How long has it been since the carbs have had rebuild kits installed?
Could be leaky float needles.

 

[ezeke]

Re: tempo water fuel separating filter

"it wont get hard un less I unhook from engine"

Maybe 72SideWinderSS is correct. It sure sounds like you have a fuel leak on the engine end.

Have you tried watching the carburetors, fuel pump, etc while you keep a little steady pressure on the bulb?

BTW, don't be shy about tossing those primer bulbs. My experience is about 50% of the ones I've bought work the way that I think they should right out of the box. The aftermarket ones are the worst in my experience.

 

[mikesea]

Re: tempo water fuel separating filter

true true,the tempo bulbs are not nearly as good as the original omc ,and they WILL wear out .so next time get the omc,cheaper in long run