1994 Evinrude - Fuel Pump?

[skovach]

I have a 1994 Evinrude Spitfire, V6. Recently when taking the boat out it would stall after 3 or 4 minutes. I noticed that the fuel ball was flat, if I pumped the ball the boat would start and run again for 3 or 4 minutes. This now happens repeatedly. Vents seem to be ok.<br /><br />Is this a fuel pump issue or something else? If fuel pump, can a novice replace it?<br /><br />Thanks in advance...

 

[ob]

Re: 1994 Evinrude - Fuel Pump?

I'm thinking you have a problem with the tanks anti-syphon valve or your primer bulb is defective.A failing fuel pump wouldn't pull enough to colapse the primer bulb.Also check to see that the tanks pickup tube strainer is clear.

 

[JB]

Re: 1994 Evinrude - Fuel Pump?

Ditto OB. <br /><br />You might have a restriction in the tank pickup or a pinched fuel line, too.<br /><br />Good luck.