Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Priming Fuel System

Posted by Phil T on 04/14/08 - 12:46 PM
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While I can probably troubleshoot this, I thought I would seek your advice to save time and also contribute to the knowledge base.

Boat - 1991 Outrage 17 with internal 32 gallon tank
Engine - 2003 Yamaha 115 4-stroke

Background:

I replaced the entire fuel-water separator, primer bulb and fuel line to the engine. I also drained the fuel filter on the engine and installed a new filter. There is no gas in any of the fuel line or filters.

Rigging:

Tank line goes ~5 ft to separator then primer bulb then ~5' to engine filter under the cowl.

Questions:

What is the best way to prime the filters and line?
Will the primer bulb have enough "draw"?
How do I get the air out?

While I have ideas, I would be interested in yours.