[C320-list] fuel filter/starting problems

[Chris Burti]

Check to see if you have a check valve in the fuel return line to the tank.
If so, pump the valve a few times and if the engine starts easily after
that, look at the Mack Boring pdf in the website that suggests how to remove
the valve.

On Jan 30, 2008 11:37 AM, james_delong <james_delong at bellsouth.net> wrote:

> Gents,
>
> My 1997 320 has a primary fuel filter number R20S. This thing is about 5
> to 6 inches high (the cartridge itself) and the valve at the bottom is slam
> against the hull, so it can't be opened to drain the separator. Is there
> another filter I can substitute that is smaller allowing the valve to be
> opened?
>
> Also, the engine is difficult to start. I tried to have the fuel polished
> but the guy couldn't get the insert by the 90 degree angles. I then used the
> Startron cleaner from West Marine. Hopefully this will work!
>
> What steps do y'all take to insure reliable starts?
>
> Thanks,  Jim
>



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Chris Burti
Farmville, NC