Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Fuel Tank is Installed

I don't have any pictures yet. The new fuel tank is hooked up and everything seems fine. I filled it up with 26 U.S gallons. I was hoping for more capacity but that is probably very close to what the old tank held.
That translates to 23 gal ( to be safe ) = 46 hrs motoring = 230 mile range with no sailing.
I removed a bunch of old wiring. There was enough to fill a garbage bag. None of it seemed to be doing anything. For sure some of it was left over from the previous engine installation. I still have to reroute some plumbing and secure some wiring around the tank. I also have to wedge it in place so it can't shift.

Next I have to start the engine and test the three stage regulator to see if it needs replacing.