Posted by JRP on 09/09/14 - 2:25 PM
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blacksmithdog wrote:
Whalerbob wrote:
I've never really looked at the newer Montauk but I'm sort of surprised the fuel capacity is only (2) six gallon tanks. I know my older 2 stroke 90 Yamaha (which is a very reliable engine BTW) is much less efficient than the newer 4 strokes but I'm regularly pushing the limits of my fuel capacity ((2) twelve gallon tanks on my Montauk 17) running around the Chesapeake, something to consider.
The goofy 2 - six gallon tank thing surprised me as well. I think most folks put that 24/25 gallon Moeller tank under the RPS. The 4 stroke 90 goes a long way on 24 gallons.
Is Moeller the preferred brand for larger aftermarket tanks? I saw some references to another brand that was all the rage but apparently has now fallen out of favor (and maybe gone out of business) due to ethanol issues. Should boats/engines that had these tanks be avoided?
Also, I have seen some aftermarket tanks by Tempo. How do they compare to Moeller?