Fuel Systems
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- August 16, 2024
As a boat owner, protecting your engine from potential damage is crucial for ensuring longevity and reliability on the water. One of the most effective ways to safeguard your marine engine is by installing a remote fuel/water separator. This essential component acts as a guardian for your engine, preventing water and contaminants from wreaking havoc on your fuel system. In this article, we'll explore why you need a fuel/water separator, the benefits of a remote installation, how to choose the right one, and provide a comprehensive guide on installation and maintenance.
Why You Need a Fuel/Water Separator
Fuel contamination is a common issue in marine environments. Water can enter your fuel system through condensation in the tank, during refueling, or even from the fuel supplier. When water mixes with fuel, it can cause a host of problems:
- Protection Against Water Contamination
Water in fuel is a common problem for boaters, often caused by condensation in the fuel tank or contaminated fuel.
- Protection Against Water Contamination
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- February 12, 2024
Boating, for many, is more than just a pastime; it's a passion. However, this passion can be significantly dampened when confronted with an engine that refuses to start. The frustration is especially palpable when you're all set for a day on the water, and your plans are stalled by mechanical woes.
Understanding the basics of your boat's engine, the common problems that can occur, and how to address them can make the difference between a ruined day and a minor setback. This guide aims to arm you with the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose and potentially fix your boat's engine issues.
Understanding Your Boat Engine
Before diving into troubleshooting, it's crucial to understand the type of engine you're working with and its basic mechanics.
Types of
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- August 21, 2023
The transition from summer to fall is not just about the colorful foliage and cooler temperatures. For many boat owners, it's a crucial time to prepare their vessels for the colder months ahead. Among the myriad tasks to undertake, one that shouldn't be overlooked is the care of the boat's fuel. Properly treating and storing boat fuel in the fall is paramount to ensure smooth sailing when the warmer days roll back around. Let's dive into why this is essential and how to get it done right.
Why Fuel Care Matters in Fall
Over time, fuel can degrade. This natural process can be accelerated by factors such as temperature changes, moisture infiltration, and oxidation. During the winter months, fuel left in boat tanks can be subject to phase separation, a phenomenon where water (which might have mixed with ethanol in the fuel) separates and sinks to the bottom. This water layer can cause corrosion and can be harmful to the engine when you start it up in the spring.
Moreover, as fuel breaks down,
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- September 02, 2021
In 2011, sweeping reforms were made to the EPA fuel emission reduction guidelines. These changes had huge and significant effects on the marine industry, causing substantial changes to the engineering of the fuel systems that are used on boats. These changes improve the safety of boat fuel systems, but also increase the overall cost of the systems, sometimes as much as 100%. The three main facets of the 2011 EPA regulations are low permeation, evaporative emissions and anti-spitback requirements.
Low Permeation
The fuel that you use in your boat is constantly emitting invisible hydrocarbons into the atmosphere. These hydrocarbons are extremely pollutant and harmful to the environment. Even when fuel is contained inside your boat's fuel system, hydrocarbons are able to travel through the walls of a plastic fuel tank or a rubber fuel hose. The 2011 EPA regulations (which are part of the Clean Air Act) set new maximum levels for how much hydrocarbons are allowed to permeate
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- July 12, 2018
Our goal is to educate you about the purpose and function of many of the boat and marine parts required to keep your boat running smoothly. Whether you're a veteran seaman or a novice, one thing you all know is that a boat comes equipped with hundreds of moving parts.
No one person can know everything there is to know about the proper functioning of every boat part. That's why we've tapped the collective wisdom of our long-time technical experts to share their knowledge and expertise.
What You Need to Know About the Crusader Carter Fuel Pump
The Crusader big block fuel pump is unique to the 454 and 502 Crusader marine engine using a mechanical fuel pump. The pump is a Carter Fuel System design built to Crusader's specifications with the pump inlet and outlet located in the proper position.
This is a USCG approved diaphragm-type, positive displacement pump, mechanically operated by a lever arm. It was used from the mid-1980s through the mid-1990s on the Crusader 454 and 502 cubic inch engines.
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- June 14, 2018
Our goal is to educate you about the purpose and function of many of the Crusader marine engine parts required to keep your boat running smoothly. Whether you're a veteran seaman or a novice, one thing you all know is that a boat comes equipped with hundreds of moving parts.
No one person can know everything there is to know about the proper functioning of every boat part. That's why we've tapped the collective wisdom of our long-time technical experts to share their knowledge and expertise.
What You Need to Know About the Crusader Fuel Filter Kit
This Crusader 2-micron fuel filter kit is used in the Crusader fuel cell assembly. It is designed specifically for Crusader engine applications. The kit includes the filter element along with the o-rings needed for service replacement and fits all Crusader engines using a fuel cell.
The filter is designed to surround the fuel pump inside the fuel cell and provide filtered fuel, free of debris to protect the pump and injectors. It’s a maintenance
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- May 31, 2018
Our goal is to educate you about the purpose and function of many of the Crusader marine engine parts required to keep your Crusader engine running smoothly. Whether you're a veteran seaman or a novice, one thing you all know is that a boat comes equipped with hundreds of moving parts.
No one person can know everything there is to know about the proper functioning of every boat part. That's why we've tapped the collective wisdom of our long-time technical experts to share their knowledge and expertise.
What You Need to Know About the Crusader Pierburg Electric Fuel Pump
The Crusader Pierburg electrical/mechanical fuel pump is designed specifically for Crusader fuel-injected engines. It has a motor which drives a pumping device to move the fuel from the fuel tank to the fuel system on the engine.
Why are Pierburg fuel pumps not interchangeable between marine engine manufacturers?
Each specific engine application has volume and pressure requirements along with mounting and fuel line needs. -
- May 17, 2018
Our goal is to educate you about the purpose and function of many of the marine parts required to keep your boat running smoothly. Whether you're a veteran seaman or a novice, one thing you all know is that a boat comes equipped with hundreds of moving parts.
No one person can know everything there is to know about the proper functioning of every boat part. That's why we've tapped the collective wisdom of our long-time technical experts to share their knowledge and expertise.
What You Need to Know About the Indmar Pierburg Electric Fuel Pump
The Indmar Pierburg electric fuel pump is used on fuel-injected engines. It’s an electrical mechanical pump and has a motor which rotates a mechanical pumping device to pull the fuel in and then push the fuel out to the fuel system on the engine.
Indmar buys but also designs and manufactures component parts. Then they take those items and install them on a General Motors or a Ford engine to make it a complete marine engine package. Pierburg is the manufacturer
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- March 01, 2018
Our goal is to educate you about the purpose and function of many of the marine parts required to keep your boat running smoothly. Whether you're a veteran seaman or a novice, one thing you all know is that a boat comes equipped with hundreds of moving parts.
No one person can know everything there is to know about the proper functioning of every boat part. That's why we've tapped the collective wisdom of our long-time technical experts to share their knowledge and expertise.
What You Need to Know About the Volvo Penta Fuel Pump Assembly
This fuel pump is actually three things -- two pumps along with a fuel reservoir make up the assembly. The low-pressure pump pulls the fuel from the fuel tank in the boat and deposits it into a small reservoir on the assembly. The high-pressure pump is submerged in the assembly. The high-pressure pump provides fuel to the fuel injection system (fuel rail and injectors). The fuel pump assembly reservoir is a small fuel tank mounted on the engine. It fills
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