first time out my fitch 200s ran great for 30 mins now act like not getting fuel

[ratman67]

Hey guys I dipped my boat today and my 99 fitches ran great at first then started running poorly. They were acting like they weren’t getting anyfuel. One engine has a brand new fuel pump. I replaced the fuel filters on the side of the engine. Anything specifically I should look for on the fitch engine. Thanks in advance for any help, rm

[Motv18]

Start with filters, look for air leak or partial prime.

Some versions of the filters have I dunno a “dry lock” thing. They need to soak over nite and be primed again type situation their rare but are out their.

[ratman67]

Start with filters, look for air leak or partial prime.

Some versions of the filters have I dunno a “dry lock” thing. They need to soak over nite and be primed again type situation their rare but are out their.

how do I prime the system? The filters are brand new I installed them dry, should I remove them fill them with fuel and let them sit overnight before installing? Thanks for any insight rm

[j_martin]

I'd say if it ran for a half hour, then quit, you have a basic problem, not likely to be "dry" filter. Contaminated fuel plugged the filter, suction side leak, or nackered fuel pump.
Debug with pressure gauge and vision hose.

[Motv18]

If you fired up it probably was primed. But primer bulbs the best way if you have it.

Nothing special to do with the filter. I doubt you have that brand. But it should be full or not less then 3/4 full if you do check.

Once the last thing done is checked follow j Martin and start going through the fuel side.