Fuel pump

[J Headrick]

I am installing a fuel pump on my 1955 evenrude and need to find out what I need to do with the fuel line that goes from the engine to the old three prong connector. Should I just clamp it off or take it off completely? <br />

 

[dkondelik]

Re: Fuel pump

Hi J Headrick,<br /><br />Cool Question. I guess what you decide to do depends on what you longer term plans and expectations are for the motor.<br /><br />I would replace the 3-prong connector on the motor with a newer 2-prong style so that it could be used with newer tanks and hoses.<br /><br />BUT,.. if you want to preserve the visual integrity of the system, I would leave the line off of the motor connection and vent the tank so that the pump can do its job.<br /><br />Good Luck<br />HAVE FUN!<br /><br />P.S. I almost forgot,... I LOVE these old motors.

 

[rons boat]

Re: Fuel pump

One of the reasons that pressure system was done away with is the danger a pressure tank presented. Unless you want to put it in the museum, why keep that it?