Recent content by Sol T Pete

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    Fuel leak

    So I did a simple pressure test with soapy water and found no leaks. I then pulled the sending unit to check fuel level and it had only a couple of inches and felt a lot of spongy sediment on bottom… think this old girl needs a new fuel tank 😐
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    Fuel leak

    I’m looking for any advice on repair or replacement of my fuel cell. Our 72 gulfstream is losing about 4 gallons of gas a day from the drain. I think it is only happening when I fill the tank but I see no sign in the engine compartment so I’m led to believe that it has a 2 piece fuel cell that...
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    Gauges

    I’m curious if my gauges can be repaired or have to be replaced. 72 gulfstream I/O The fuel gauge doesn’t work but I haven’t traced that one… prob sending unit. My main concern is the temp gauge. It either reads pegged cold or pegged hot. Replaced the impeller and thermostat so I doubt it’s...
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    Fuel blockage

    Good to know, thanks.
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    Fuel blockage

    I don’t even see a water separator on this! Something to be added… I did pul the dip tube out of the fuel tank and the brass screen was seriously clogged so cleaned it up and going to test again this weekend.
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    Fuel blockage

    I haven’t replaced the water separator or even located it. I’ll try these easier possible solutions before tearing into the floor. Thanks
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    Fuel blockage

    So this boat has left us stranded once again! 72 gulfstream (165 merc) The fuel system keeps giving me troubles and now I’m contemplating removing the fuel tank. I put a clear filter in-line and replaced the carb but yesterday the thing was dry when it cut out. I’m not sure where the blockage...
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    72 gulfsream fuel?

    I’m the recent owner of a 1972 Gulfstream 165 merc that is very clean with 240 hrs. It had been sitting for a while so I’ve had to replace the carburetor, alternator and a few other minor repairs. It does great and then seems to fall on its face, sometimes after a long cruise and sometimes...
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