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missing link
10-05-2013, 08:26 AM
anyone have any ideas, like what pump to use ? I can't get it through the filler ,but can access through the deck plate cover .
Maybe one of the vac pumps ?
thanks Link

MakoMike
10-05-2013, 08:55 AM
Use a pump designed to move fuel. like an electric gas pump. You don't want any stray sparks around when you doing that.

numbskull
10-05-2013, 01:51 PM
You don't need a pump unless the container is above the gas tank.
Atmospheric pressure will do just fine.
Take a long enough hose, fill it with gas, plug one end with your thumb, put the other end in the gas tank, lower the end in your hand to a container below the gas tank and let go with your thumb. It will flow as fast as the hose allows.

missing link
10-05-2013, 02:52 PM
I got a pump at Tractor Supply it will do the job , plus come in handy for other jobs
thanks Link

piemma
10-05-2013, 02:59 PM
Why??? Bad tank of gas?

missing link
10-06-2013, 09:19 AM
old gas haven't used boat for 2 years I've kept stabilizer and it runs . I just feel I need to get it empty and add fresh gas when I winterize it
ML

JFigliuolo
10-07-2013, 07:30 AM
old gas haven't used boat for 2 years I've kept stabilizer and it runs . I just feel I need to get it empty and add fresh gas when I winterize it
ML

Why add FRESH gas to let it sit? If you're going to pump it anyway wait until spring when you will USE the fresh gas.

Van
10-07-2013, 07:58 AM
Jack Rabbit Pump
Hand operated and always works.

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-Jack-Rabbit-Pump/dp/B004L0O3F8

But I agree with others, don't bother filling it now, empty it/run it dry and refill in the spring.

Rockfish9
10-07-2013, 08:29 AM
if you remove the anti siphon valve in the fuel tank and temporarily replace it with a hose barb ( 1/4" NPT or 3/8NPT) you can remove the fuel line from the engine and place the hose in a container ( lower than the boat) a few pumps of the primer ball and the gas will flow...

smac
10-07-2013, 12:57 PM
Electronic fuel pump from NAPA and some extra fuel hose $50. You can actually filter it and pump it into cans. Use it for your lawn mower or snow blower. All you need a is a 12V battery.

thefishingfreak
10-07-2013, 05:39 PM
Shop vac
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