Fuel bulb not getting tight like to used to ...

The bulb from the tank to the motor that is. It does pressure up somewhat, but not tight like it did before. Yet, the motor fires right up. Concerns me somewhat. I refuse to use ethanol gasoline, and have an EFI four stroke engine.

Yes, I'm on the water regular - but don't post much about catching. I catch four or five and call it good. I like goofing off and sightseeing. Thinking about replacing the bulb, but not sure since it fires right up immediately. If I do replace, should I replace just the bulb, or the entire fuel line from the tank to the motor? I'm thinking the check valve in the bulb is being ignorant. Thanks.

My thoughts only. Replace the whole line. And I am like you. I like to get out and ride. To me that is part of the whole experience.

I'm with Deacon. I would replace everything, instead of replacing just the bulb. Just my humble opinion. You may also want to check your fuel filters.

​I've never even put my hands on my fuel bulb. Boat is nearly 3 years old. Now y'all have me wondering.

My bulb is 14 years old I pump it 4 times every trip and it keeps on working. We had a saying offshore you have to learn about the levers ( if it is working lever her alone).There is nothing better on the water than peace of mind about your equipment. A hose is A cheap fix.

If it is the bulb, the motor can run perfect at an idle at your house....but put it on the water under a load and it will choke down......another thought though...the fuel line on mine had a 2 foot long grey section between the bulb and the motor....there was a black hose coming out of the motor for about one foot and connected to the grey hose.....the grey hose went bad and gas was leaking at the splice in front of the motor.....I replaced the grey with a black hose I got at Pep Boys.....like the others said....hose & bulb is cheap....especially if you are 4 miles from the landing & can only do idle speed....

Randy the bulb is only a pump that has a check valve in it to only allow the fuel to flow one way. Once the fuel has reached the engine and the line is full the bulb should become hard unless the check valve is leaking. Once the fuel line is full up to the engine the engine's fuel pump take over. My boat is 10 years old and the only time I've pumped the bulb was when I first got it, and once when I drained the tank because of water in it. Other than that it's crank and go. I never disconnect the fuel line. I do agree with the idea of fix it if it's not right.
"gene"

I am on my second Yamaha fuel injected four stoke and i never pump the bulb.

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Well I run a 2 stroke Tohatsu and I always pump my bulb. Now you guys have got me wondering?! I did have a little trouble with it Saturday, it would get up and plane out with no problem but when running full speed, it would skip every few seconds, didn't really effect speed but I don't like the skipping. Any ideas?

Funny thing shadow my boat started doing the same thing. Its still under.warranty but i hate to be without it. But. I think i will call today and see.if i.can get.it in the shop . My bulb is soft also

It could be some water in the fuel.
"gene"

Could easily be o ring in connection if your motor has it. Newer ones I noticed don't have disconnect. I always liked disconnect to run motor out of fuel.

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Well I run a 2 stroke Tohatsu and I always pump my bulb. Now you guys have got me wondering?! I did have a little trouble with it Saturday, it would get up and plane out with no problem but when running full speed, it would skip every few seconds, didn't really effect speed but I don't like the skipping. Any ideas?

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Put some Seafoam in it and run the snot out of it Dwayne

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:ThumbsUp:ThumbsUp for Sea Foam.
''gene"

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Originally Posted by PawPaw "gene"

It could be some water in the fuel.
"gene"

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Yea pawpaw, I was thinking that could be the problem.
Will try it with some fresh fuel next time I go out.

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Put some Seafoam in it and run the snot out of it Dwayne

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It had sea foam in it but it is a 25 and it would take all day to run out of fuel and I usually on run for a few minutes.

My Tohatsu 25 FS has done that with the soft bulb, but it had a pinch in the hose from banging around on the highway. Make sure nothing is mashing or kinking the hose.

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Originally Posted by mermentau

My Tohatsu 25 FS has done that with the soft bulb, but it had a pinch in the hose from banging around on the highway. Make sure nothing is mashing or kinking the hose.

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Yea I thought about that too but didn't see a pinch in the hose. I did add a water separator in the hose but it has been working fine with it up to Saturday.

Randy, with your EFI engine it should have electric fuel pump thus really no need to pump bulb. It should just pick it up and go. If it is leaking down some then it would be check valve in bulb but you should also have a check valve in the pump itself so pump dosnt run dry. Turn key on, count to 5 and crank.

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Originally Posted by cray

Randy, with your EFI engine it should have electric fuel pump thus really no need to pump bulb. It should just pick it up and go. If it is leaking down some then it would be check valve in bulb but you should also have a check valve in the pump itself so pump dosnt run dry. Turn key on, count to 5 and crank.

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Explains why I have to pump by bulb every time, mine doesn't have an electric fuel pump. Thanks. Sorry for hijacking your thread Randy.

G if you like Seafoam you will love the Startron add 2 ounces per gallon bout every 20 gallons you burn thru your outboard!!! I had to Prove it to myself to purchase a second bottle!!! Now I buy a half case of seafoam at Moore's in pontotoc and get my starbrite Start on off the Amazon!!!
It will even make your lawnmower run better!! Weedeater also and I run Stihls after you get itbnwarm it won't.even hesitate while idling!!

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Oh Daddy ran a worn out 40 series john Deere tractor from 1987-2009 adding a half quart of Mystery oil in gas tank and crankcase!!! Everybody has there on taste!! Serving that Johnny Morris feller Well at the Basspro Shops!!

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Randy, with your EFI engine it should have electric fuel pump thus really no need to pump bulb. It should just pick it up and go. If it is leaking down some then it would be check valve in bulb but you should also have a check valve in the pump itself so pump dosnt run dry. Turn key on, count to 5 and crank.

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Excellent explanation Charlie, thanks. I was thinking the same thing. I also want to thank everyone who has replied.

You're getting that age Randy! Merry Christmas to you two and all the four legged critters. Ferdi ;)

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You're getting that age Randy! Merry Christmas to you two and all the four legged critters. Ferdi ;)

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Thanks Fred. Merry Christmas to you and Connie as well. Don't you know I love my four legged critters. When we see you folks again at the Toledo Bend gathering in February - stay longer this time. You know I'll have that fried gator for you. :)