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  1. 12-05-2018, 09:01 AM #1
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    300R Question

    Is it ok for dealer to leave the fuel primer bulb used for the Optimax in the fuel supply line from tank to engine? If not , what problem could it cause?
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    #2 12-05-2018, 05:21 PM
    You are supposed to have 3/8” fuel hose from tank to motor. With the bulb you may be starving the motor.
    If I remember right the out side of bulb is 5/16”
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    #3 12-05-2018, 05:56 PM
    That engine requires 3/8" line straight from the tank to the engine. NO BULB.

    Improper rigging (or damage caused by improper rigging) is not covered under the Factory Warranty.


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    #4 12-05-2018, 07:41 PM
    It has 3/8" line but , I noticed the dealer left the primer bulb in line. I'll remove it.
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    #5 12-06-2018, 04:53 PM
    I would replace the complete fuel line with a single hose. No splices






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