Inline fuel filter

[Stickler]

Iwas just wondering what kind of inline fuel filter anyone has used on there outboard, i want to install one on my 1971 4hp johnson. i want to install between the fuel pump and the carb , im assuming there metal screen filters or plastic , also, can they be purchased from hardware stores,NAPA, etc.

Thanks again

 

[kfa4303]

Re: Inline fuel filter

HI stickler. I use one of these clear, plastic, cone-shaped, in-line filters on all my motors and they work great and let you watch the fuel flow. They usually only cost about $2. I install mine in the line going from the fuel pump to the carb.

 

[Stickler]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Thanks for the quick response kfa4303, the one in the photo looks like it would do a great job, where would you purchase one these, as i have only seen a few in my local stores and they all seem to big and made of glass, usually 2-3 inches long, too big for under the cowl of a 4hp outboard.

 

[ccvolsdhf]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Wall mart has some for 2.69. Not sure if this is too big or not. Got mine today

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[kfa4303]

Re: Inline fuel filter

I get all of mine at the local auto parts store lie O'Reilly, auto zone, NAPA, Carquest, etc...You may also have luck finding one at a small engine shop that services lawnmowers. If you can't fine them there you can always get them here at iboats:


http://www.iboats.com/Inline-Fuel-F...5597314--**********.909733253--view_id.171706

 

[mark1961]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Whatever you decide to go with make sure its suitable to be used with premixed fuel.....

 

[smokeonthewater]

Re: Inline fuel filter

any motorcycle/atv shop can hook you up

 

[5150abf]

Re: Inline fuel filter

I think the more imporatant issue is that you have a filter on it not so much what type, they all do the the same thing.

I run the same type as ccv and haven't had a carb issue in the 3 years I have run it, I think the paper filters get more crap out of the gas than the cintered ones but they are all okay.

 

[Stickler]

Re: Inline fuel filter

Thanks for the responses everyone, iwasnt sure if the paper filters could be used with pre mix fuel, but now i know, thanks again.