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Old 06-12-2013, 04:26 AM   #11

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Thx, I found the quicksilver filter, but not the bracket yet, I can dig some more for that.

Let me ask a real silly question. I don't have a separator in there yet, so I think I'll be installing a kit from scratch.
That being the case, what do I look for to match say a Sierra kit to my engine, am I over thinking this?

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    I'm going to take a look at my boat this weekend to see if I actually have a filter like this (3.0L boat). I also found this pdf while trying to do some online research. Does anyone know if Mariah added these to the 2001 3.0L Diablo 180's?
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    Thx, I found the. Quicksilver filter, I now just need to find the bracket.

    But... Let me ask a silly question....
    I don't have a separator installed now, so I guess I'd be looking for a kit.
    Do I have to match a new kit to my engine, or will something like. A Sierra separator for mercruiserr engines do the job?
    Maybe I'm overthinking this?
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    Thx, I found the. Quicksilver filter, I now just need to find the bracket.

    But... Let me ask a silly question....
    I don't have a separator installed now, so I guess I'd be looking for a kit.
    Do I have to match a new kit to my engine, or will something like. A Sierra separator for mercruiserr engines do the job?
    Maybe I'm overthinking this?
    I don't think you are over thinking it - if anything this is going to help me as well (assuming my 3.0L doesn't have one). If it doesn't this thread will help me find a kit. Glad you brought this subject up.
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    Here you go.

    Filter/Seperator

    They are not model specific....other than the inline design as noted in the description.
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    Old 06-12-2013, 05:54 PM   #16

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    Great, thanks so much!
    I don't think I have the "in-line" fuel filter, mine is attached directly to the engine.
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    I finally made it out to my boat. I don't have any type of Fuel/Water separator in my Diablo. I'm going to add this to my list of "to buy" items. I also noticed my fuel line from the fuel pump looks as if it has dirt in it?

    Here is a picture of my line and pump (also - is there a filter in these that should be replaced?)



    It's awful how dirty my engine looks - I'm going to need to clean it up. It looks like it has stuff growing on it.



    Do I need to replace this fuel line with anything "special", or should I even replace it?



    Thanks everyone who helped "newbie", as this will help me as well.
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    Old 06-18-2013, 03:04 AM   #18

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    Great pic nglauer, you have the same fuel pump/filter as I do.
    Looks like the ceramic filter type, you can get replacments but.... I think the water seperators are also filters as well, so I'm guessing that if I add a water seperator I don't have to replace the existing fuel filter???

    Let me ask a dumb question, what is the propoer name for the fuel hose that connects the pump to the tank?

    I have 0 slack on mine, so I'll need some extra, is it marine specific hose?
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    Let me ask a dumb question, what is the propoer name for the fuel hose that connects the pump to the tank?

    I have 0 slack on mine, so I'll need some extra, is it marine specific hose?
    I am assuming one would call that line the "supply line" or "tank to filter" line.

    As for the type of line I assume you are referring to the green/yellow line? That stuff is called Tygon. It is a fairly common fuel line. It could be replaced just because it is old let alone it is too short. A local marine shop or even auto shop should have fuel line for you. Take your line with you to get the correct size.

    Here is a link to online tygon. http://www.ebay.com/bhp/tygon-fuel-line


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    Old 06-18-2013, 04:35 PM   #20

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    Default Re: water separator and fuel filter

    Sorry, I meant the black hose, from the pump/filter to the tank, is that marine specific & any idea of the diameter?

    Thx

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