I changed my filter n it was the after market one was in mines and so changed n put that stone looking type but it doesn't come with the spring and wasn't any spring with the aftermarket that I changed out.. I have a volvo penta 3.0 and its same mechanical pump like the mercuiser
I think this may be helpful to me. I'm trying to drain old suspect fuel from a 3.0 Alpha Gen2. I need to blow into the tank, and out of something else. This looks like a good place to start. Will also change the filter while I'm down there. - Joe
Hey I just starting working on the fuel system on my 3.0 Mercruiser. It doesn’t have a water separator. That piece underneath the pump is a filter.. I just had to install a separator in between the tank and the mechanical pump. There’s also a screen just before the fuel inlet on the carburetor. It’s a 5/8 and 3/4 fitting.. bunch of sand and stuff i there.
Just finished replacing the fuel filter located inside the fuel pump. Was not looking forward to this job because there isn't much room to get at the fuel pump on my 2010 Mercruiser. After I get my hand near the pump I can't even see what I doing so it's all by feel. The first problem was the smaller gasket would not stay in place. Applied a bit of grease and it stuck in place. Putting it back together was a nightmare. Tried for about a half hour with no success. Had to think of a way to get this done. So I hung the bail on the engine side of the pump. I then attached a rubber band from the other side of the bail to a hook on the wood next to the pump. That held the bail in place. I then could push the bail down and place the filter bowl in place. I then let the bail rise and it had just the right tension to hold the bowl in place. All I had to do then was to remove the rubber band and attach the bail to the pump. Worked first time. Mcgiver would be proud.
I used a mirror and a pillow to almost stand on my head and got it done. My filter looked really clean. Might want to replace the starting solenoid if it is still out of the boat and it looks old. When’s that boat going to hit the water?
I just was given a 1987 wellcraft with a 165hp mercruiser engine. Is there a fuel shutoff valve for these engines? I’m working on getting the engine running and either I have no spark or gas not making it to the carbs.
GMan Viking Right on. I actually sold it as is and the new owner called me and said the spark plugs and the distributor cap were bad along with the pump for the fuel.
Many thanks for this video!
Good video, i was waiting to grab that part # lol
Glad I could help! Thanks for the positive comment! :D
I changed my filter n it was the after market one was in mines and so changed n put that stone looking type but it doesn't come with the spring and wasn't any spring with the aftermarket that I changed out.. I have a volvo penta 3.0 and its same mechanical pump like the mercuiser
I think this may be helpful to me. I'm trying to drain old suspect fuel from a 3.0 Alpha Gen2. I need to blow into the tank, and out of something else. This looks like a good place to start. Will also change the filter while I'm down there.
- Joe
awesome video
Hey I just starting working on the fuel system on my 3.0 Mercruiser. It doesn’t have a water separator. That piece underneath the pump is a filter.. I just had to install a separator in between the tank and the mechanical pump. There’s also a screen just before the fuel inlet on the carburetor. It’s a 5/8 and 3/4 fitting.. bunch of sand and stuff i there.
Yes those filters suck I am installing a water separateer
can you use lock tight instead of the wire on the screw ?
Just finished replacing the fuel filter located inside the fuel pump. Was not looking forward to this job because there isn't much room to get at the fuel pump on my 2010 Mercruiser. After I get my hand near the pump I can't even see what I doing so it's all by feel. The first problem was the smaller gasket would not stay in place. Applied a bit of grease and it stuck in place. Putting it back together was a nightmare. Tried for about a half hour with no success. Had to think of a way to get this done. So I hung the bail on the engine side of the pump. I then attached a rubber band from the other side of the bail to a hook on the wood next to the pump. That held the bail in place. I then could push the bail down and place the filter bowl in place. I then let the bail rise and it had just the right tension to hold the bowl in place. All I had to do then was to remove the rubber band and attach the bail to the pump. Worked first time. Mcgiver would be proud.
What is the part number?
How you know of that old filter is bad
I used a mirror and a pillow to almost stand on my head and got it done. My filter looked really clean. Might want to replace the starting solenoid if it is still out of the boat and it looks old. When’s that boat going to hit the water?
MrCalifornia1234 Yeah not an easy task with the engine in the boat! It's running and floating now! We took it out a couple weeks ago to the Delta.
BEERS 'n GEARS would love to see a video of the finished product! Been following your hard work.
How is that a water separator??
I just was given a 1987 wellcraft with a 165hp mercruiser engine. Is there a fuel shutoff valve for these engines? I’m working on getting the engine running and either I have no spark or gas not making it to the carbs.
Mike no shut off valve
GMan Viking Right on. I actually sold it as is and the new owner called me and said the spark plugs and the distributor cap were bad along with the pump for the fuel.
My pump doesn't have a carter stamp but that was the gasket that was in it, does it work for other pumps too?
Man I wish I could tell you. I have no idea
Anyone know where to buy a new fuel pump for this or remanufactured for this engine ??
Amazon
I also attached a safety wire on the screw.
4.3s must have changed after some years. My 89 4.3 DOES use this.
Does the wire need to be put back around the screw
Lol nobody knows and that's what I came here to find out!!
@@amandawoodward1142its simply to prevent the screw from coming loose as he says in the video
pretty easy while the motor is out
Historical Diggers it's harder with the motor out :P
Just did one and removing the pump is key...
That way makes it easier when the motor is still in the boat?
BEERS 'n GEARS yes...
My boat cuts out when you give it throttle could it be the fuel filters or what
Accelerator pump in the carb, or maybe idle mixture way too lean would be my guess.
Probably needs new points
Easy job with the engine out not so easy with engine installed ... !!!
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Joseph Koch I swear I knew that! I don't know what the reason was for that misspelling. I appreciate the correction! :)
BEERS 'n GEARS No problem. I'd probably make the same mistake.
Just easier too take the fuel pump off.
Crazy talk.
That's what I though too but my fuel pump has a bracket that's in the way. Have to remove too much stuff.
How about letting someone else film next time.