Fuel-Water separator 120 Force

[Hoss IV]

Hi! Great forum! <br /><br /> I have a 1990 120 CFI Force, and was concerned about the new ethanol fuel. Clymer's states to use a Quicksilver filter for ethnanol blend fuels....I ran this engine last year without a lick of trouble. On the one hand I want to use the filter if I should...on the other I hate to mess with an engine that works. Where is this filter located/should be placed? Opinions? Thanks!

 

[roscoe]

Re: Fuel-Water separator 120 Force

These blended fuels can absorb lots of water, its nice to have a separating filter is you have room.<br />It goes between the tank and the squeeze bulb on the fuel line.<br /><br />More important if your boat sits for long periods of time, or if it is stored in a damp place.<br /><br />Most small boats don't have one.<br /><br />The blended fuel will deteriorate the fuel pump diaphram faster.<br />Replace it every few years to avoid problems. Part is only about $10.

 

[Hoss IV]

Re: Fuel-Water separator 120 Force

Thanks a lot for the response....sounds like if I keep the vent tight on the tank between uses I should be alright.