I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me what
it likely is.

not "carb cleaner" when you have water in the system. first drain the carb(s)
to remove as much water as you can. Connect to fuel tank without water in it.
Go to auto parts store and get as many cans of "Heet" (a brand new) or other
gas line dryer and pour into your fuel tank. should be okay, unless water
might still in the lines somewhere. Take care to keep water from fuel tank in
future.

"carb cleaner" is for cleaning gunked up carbs. Heet, etc is for water in the
fuel.

I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me what
it likely is.

I can't remember for sure,but I think you are talking about a spray that you
use while the engine is running. It is sprayed directly into the carb air
intakes and cleans carbon out of the cylinders. I used it once on an old
Evinrude. I assume it worked because it turned the water in the tank black.

--
Bill
Chesapeake, Va


"RB" wrote in message
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I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product
I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already
pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me
what
it likely is.

there is also a liquid product dumped into the fuel tank that helps clean out
carbs, as in dirty carbs. Back in the days when carbs got dirty a lot (long
time back), carb cleaners were sold in large volume cans to repair garages and
such. You could buy smaller cans for use under a shade tree.

For water, Heet and similar products are what you want to use.

I can't remember for sure,but I think you are talking about a spray that you
use while the engine is running. It is sprayed directly into the carb air
intakes and cleans carbon out of the cylinders. I used it once on an old
Evinrude. I assume it worked because it turned the water in the tank black.

--
Bill
Chesapeake, Va


"RB" wrote in message
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I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product
I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already
pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me
what
it likely is.

You might also want to put in a disclaimer before suggesting
anyone use HEET. That is, to make sure the manufacturer's website
does not state that you should avoid gasohol. Both HEET products
contain alcohol.

-Jim

JAXAshby wrote:
not "carb cleaner" when you have water in the system. first drain the carb(s)
to remove as much water as you can. Connect to fuel tank without water in it.
Go to auto parts store and get as many cans of "Heet" (a brand new) or other
gas line dryer and pour into your fuel tank. should be okay, unless water
might still in the lines somewhere. Take care to keep water from fuel tank in
future.

"carb cleaner" is for cleaning gunked up carbs. Heet, etc is for water in the
fuel.


I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me what
it likely is.

I didn't have a sugestion before because I couldn't remember the
name... I've never used this stuff, but my nephew swears by it.
It's called Start Fresh. I know Boaters World has it and probably
other marine stores. Here's a link to it at Boaters World:
http://tinyurl.com/2hfj9

-Jim


RB wrote:
I heard some guys talking about some supposedly commonly available product I
think was called "tuneup" or something similar to that---for outboards in
particular.

I take it that it's used when you get water to the engine through the fuel
line (which I think I did--from an aux tank). And yes, I've already pulled
the strainer, purged the filter, etc. However, I thought i'd try a can or
bottle of whatever the stuff I was hearing about if someone can tell me what
it likely is.