Thanks. I certainly hope so because the next step was going to be attempting to pull the VST out and open it up for possible issues. I was happy to see fresh clean fuel when I drained it but I know there still can be a number of other issues inside.
Thank you everyone for the assistance. This website and forums new and older are invaluable. For anyone interested or having similar issues here’s an update: The VST drain is located on the port side of the motor directly below the sideways high pressure fuel filter housing. It’s a small...
I went ahead and ordered Honda made filters. Waiting for them to come. The cheap filter seems to be the right size and was identical to the old black one I took out when first getting the boat. From the level of effort it took me to get into that filter housing I doubt it was ever replaced...
I found the VST drain but the release screw was badly corroded and stripped. I was able to remove a hose that runs from the bottom of the VST itself to this side bracket where Honda made it “convenient” to drain. Once I was able to remove the small hose I immediately got fuel pouring out of the...
Also, is it possible that the high pressure fuel filter is collapsing due to not being a genuine Honda filter? I know it’s always recommended to use Honda parts but could it actually collapse and cause a fuel retraction after a few hours of use simply because it’s a cheap aftermarket product...
Thank you. Thats actually helpful even though it’s not real clear on the diagram. If it threads down on the side that it appears to show it aiming towards maybe I can find it. Thank you for the diagram and help! I’ll take another look later when I’m home. I’m going to attach some photos in case...
Hello. I’m new here but have already gotten great information from older threads. New owner of an old 2001 Proline 19 sport with a 2004 Honda 150 VTEC that I’ve been tuning up. New to boats altogether. When I got the boat the motor fired up beautifully and idles like a million dollars but I’ve...