Racor filter for Capri26
Hi Ed; I would highly recommend the installation of a Racor 120 fuel filter/separator with a 2 micron filter. I had a 1990 Capri26, Hull #50. I installed the filter on the forward edge of the rear berth in the engine compartment. It sat just above the shaft log. Easy to get to and see and drain. I would recommend that you replace the fuel line from the tank to the Racor filter location and from the Racor filter to the fuel pump mounted on the bulkhead in the engine compartment. I found that the factory hose would "weep" at the clamps when I tried to reseat them. I guess 10 years is about as long as it lasts in the engine compartment. I also installed a fuel shutoff valve in the line just under the first lift off cover in the rear berth. Much easier to get to to shut off fuel in an emergency or to change filters than the one on the fuel tank! Be sure to use CG approved fuel hose, available from West Marine, Boats US, or Torresen's in Muskegon. The 90 Capri26 with the inboard Mk2-12 is a great boat. The only reason we sold it was to move up to a Catalina 30 MkIII. You can e-mail me direct if you have any other questions on the filter or anything else. e-mail is capri2650@aol.com Fair winds Dave
