1983 OMC 3.8L - Replace fuel separator?

[caveman_b]

I cant remove the bowl on the fuel separator on my (new to me) broke a** 3.8. Is there a spin-on replacement that will fit the same mount? (some look like it in pics... but not threaded/need nut)

I would like the best/easiest replacement parts for future maintenance. My old 28' Sea Ray had a spin-on type.

Something like this: https://www.iboats.com/shop/smart-b...9fn8BlPMOStk5KW6q43F8GmivIo8PgjBoCCOQQAvD_BwE

 

[Scott Danforth]

post pics of what you have.

if its on the fuel pump, most likely not.

whole fuel separator kits with new heads are only about $30. however you may need to buy a new fuel pump.

why on gods green earth did you buy a OMC?

 

[caveman_b]

This is my current separator (Attached). Separate from fuel pump.

Fuel pump works *real good* (says the guy with the gas dripping from his ears).

Can I replace with something like I linked above?

Gas isn't entering carb - getting all the way to the carb, but something is blocked up inside the carb (right after the disconnected hard line in the other attached pic). Carb doesn't look to good (looks like part of the bracket for the butterfly is cracked/broken). I will likely get a reman carb so that I don't have to jack with rebuilding. Thoughts?

 

[Bondo]

Ayuh,.... No problem swappin' to a new style disposable canister fuel filter,....

While yer at it, get Rid of that plastic in-line filter too,..... Major Fire Hazard,....

As for the carb, rap it a few times with a screwdriver handle, the float/ needle valve might just be stuck closed,......
Or pull the top off it, 'n Look to see why it won't take fuel,......

 

[caveman_b]

Thanks for the tips! I will check it out today.

I will remove the clear filter once I hook up to the gas tank and see wth is coming out of there. I am sure it is probably gunked up.