VIDEO: Is your dinghy's portable fuel tank a danger?
Date Posted: July 1, 2015
Source: BoatUS
Portable fuel tanks must be designed to not normally vent fumes to the air – that's why they seem to "balloon" up a bit when they are sitting in the warm sun. But there's another way that fuel can escape the system – through the fuel line and the engine – and that's not only bad for the environment, it could be creating a dangerous situation.
BoatUS and the American Boat & Yacht Council recommend installing a simple, hassle-free fuel demand valve – and they show you how to do it in this video. A fuel demand valve will run you about $30; however, many new fuel line hose hits now include the valve.
Comment Submitted by Brian McMahon - July 3, 2015
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