Les knows best.
The tanks 2 - 85 gallons each, were partially filled for an unknown length of time.
Following Ralph’s suggestion I have been using additives (Biobor JF and Star brite Bio Diesel as suggested by Practical Sailor ) with success. During the learning period, as Les shared, I became pretty good at stopping the engine at the first sign fuel starvation and changing the dirty filter. 7 minutes was my best time. Only issue was when I changed the filter I forgot to switch the tank. Killed the engine and had to get a tow from Les til I could prime the fuel lines. 20 minutes
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Old fuel filter... Messy and 30 plus minutes to change... Plus 20 minutes of priming...
Had to go to the dumpster..
New Racor - ready to install
Clogged Fuel Filter... 10hg...Not good.