clyonsking
New member
Sorry to be so dramatic, but a quick browse of the archive is making me nervous. We have just had an emergency repair to our P-60 that involved the mechanic bypassing the electric fuel pump altogether because it seems to have failed. He assured us this would not affect the engine because "that's the way it works in a tractor". However, posts here suggest that a pump is necessary when the engine is in a boat, not a tractor. Details: The gas tank is well above the carb, and the only thing between them now is the fuel filter/separator (the Racor spin-on type with metal bowl, shut-off valves on both sides of the filter). I'm wondering if the fuel pump is needed because the engine in a boat may be running in rough waves that might affect the gravity feed? In that case we are OK to get home, as we are in sheltered waters. But if there is a safety issue, advice would be greatly appreciated -- thanks!