- Jul 16, 2020
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- Boat Info
- 1999 450 Express Bridge, 9’ Achilles dinghy w/15hp Suzuki EFI
- Engines
- Caterpillar 3126TA
I upgraded from a 9hp Nissan/Tohatsu carbureted outboard to a 15hp Suzuki EFI electric start this past fall. With the old Nissan, at the end each trip I would always disconnect the fuel supply line and run the engine dry to prevent any gunk or issues with the ethanol fuel we have here in California sitting in the lines. With the fuel injected engine, I have been following the rule that I heard that it was bad on the injectors for them to be run dry, so I leave fuel in the system. I use it almost every weekend so I figure that I only have to worry about the ethanol issue. At the end of the season, my plan is to bring the Suzuki home for a full service and not let the fuel stay in the system for an extended period of time.
What are your suggestions?
What are your suggestions?
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