Water in Your Fuel?

How to determine if you have water in your fuel

By Capt. Al, Kindred Spirit

A primary filter should have a see-through bowl with a drain so that WATER can be rapidly detected and removed. A sample should be taken from the filter at regular intervals. A visual inspection with a flashlight may show the water in the bottom of the bowl. Water will be clear and the fuel will have a color. Drain if necessary. I do it with the engine running to allow any air bubbles to work through the engine without stalling.

Regular fuel filter changes must be at the top of any maintenance schedule.