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Thanks, Phil. I'm going through the hull and motor so I have a baseline for maintenance going forward, including fuel lines. If avoiding a filter bracket move later is possible, so much the better. This is the first Outrage 17 I've owned, but have had a couple of Montauk 17s (1987 & 1984). Definitely distinct hulls. I've read a lot of your posts on the first series Outrage 17 as well as posts from owners here and on a few different forums. A serious thanks to Joe Kriz for operating this site.

Did the mini-separator work out OK and is it that much smaller? By mounting the filter under the port side seat, are you thinking that would keep the bracket/filter/fuel lines clear from all the rigging that runs under the starboard seat?

Craig - it helps knowing you mounted the filter in the same starboard spot I'm considering. Good info on having to remove the bracket to check the drain bowl. Maybe it's just best to use a filter without the bowl and replace the filter once or twice a year.

By the way, I have tried to set up a 'personal page' but I'm having problems uploading photos. The problem is me - not the site. I'll keep trying.