[C320-list] ENGINE FUEL PRIME

[Jon Vez]

Check the crush washer on the bleed screw of the secondary filter. These should be replaced anytime the bleed screw is used, however I’ve found changing it every time I changed the filter sufficed…

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> On May 8, 2022, at 7:51 AM, sail-ability sail-ability <sail-ability at sympatico.ca> wrote:
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> I'm having an issue with my 3GM30F 1998 engine on my 320. After sitting idle for a time the engine refuses to start. The solution, I've discovered, is to prime the fuel system using the pump on the RACOR fuel filter. Whilst operating the pump. I can hear a hissing sound of air escaping from somewhere on the starboard side of the engine. Thus far I've been unable to discover from where it is coming. I've tightened fuel fittings and can see no fuel leaks or see any bubbles coming from fuel fittings. My next attempt is to replace the secondary fuel filter on the engine, needs doing anyhow.
> Thoughts?
> John Morrison
> 1999 #574