"Eisboch" wrote in message
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"Calif Bill" wrote in message
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Boat electric pumps also work for a short time when the ignition is
turned on. Just like a car.


I wanted to be sure about this ... I think you are incorrect ....

http://www.uscgboating.org/safety/bo.../183-524-b.htm

Eisboch

Electronic fuel injection pumps usually run for a couple seconds when the
ignition is first turned on to build up pressure. At least they do on cars,
I'm assuming they do the same on boats.