INLINE FUEL FILTER

[DJENAN]

I Have a 70hp 1978 mercury 2 stroke which doesnt have an inline fuel filter and was thinking of adding a fuel filter inline. Would it work ok on a 2 stroke or would it filter all the oil?<br />Also which should a put it in the fuel line( eg after hand pump, before hand pump, on motor?)

 

[andrewkafp]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

You can use a car filter for keeping the petrol clean.(app $5.00) Has no effect on mix. I use one for both my motors. Merc50 and Suzuki 6 Aux. <br />No problems... There will be a filter in your fuel tank pick-up also.. in case you didn't know. Mine are located between bulb and motor.I've run both motors at high RPM with no flow restriction or any other interference to fuel supply.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

These work well! All you need to get is 2 3/8" barbed fittings (Like These) at the hardware store to complete it. I have mine in between the tank and the bulb.<br /><br /> web page

 

[andrewkafp]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

Just a Ryco plastic filter for a Falcon or Holden, make sure arrow points in flow direction.<br />Rick.. The ones here have plastic barbs as part of the mould, and 2 spring clips in the box.<br />You just cut the tube and fit it inline.<br /><br /> http://www.hotbricks.org.au/articles/pics/filter.jpg

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

I was just suggesting that a water/seporating filter would be good at this time to take the place of the "Normal" inline filter. But, you are correct, that one is very easy to install.

 

[andrewkafp]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

The water seperation ones are better, but over here they are a bit pricey, so I just add some fuel stabiliser and go for the cheapie... <br /><br /> http://www.whitworths.com.au/main_itemdetail.asp?item=34306&search123=filter&intAbsolutePage=1

 

[DJENAN]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

thanks again guys, another problem you have solved for me!<br />i think i might find out how much the water seporator type filters cost too at my local marine shop before i buy the normal car fuel filter.<br />thanks!!

 

[andrewkafp]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

DEJENAN<br /><br />Whitworths are pretty competitive and there is one in Adelaide (Vincent St). they have a great FREE catalogue too. But shop around, coz they are not always the the most cost effective.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

WOW! Those are high, I see your point now!

 

[andrewkafp]

Re: INLINE FUEL FILTER

Rick..<br />Those are Aussie bucks though.. <br />It would be around $60.00 US and your parts are also way cheaper over there.(Probably more competition)