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Thread: So the fuel truck filled up my starboard tank

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    So the fuel truck filled up my starboard tank

    with diesel fuel. Only problem is, my 3370 Pursuit prefers gasoline. Anyone have any tips on making sure this isn't a lingering problem after it's pumped out?

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    change your filters and fill with high octane it may smoke a little but will not hurt anything

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    Whos fault was that? Get him to compensate you for his stupidity...

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    I'm up in MI right now or I might consider it rarhomes! Had him drop by to fill it up, then had it picked up for it's annual service. As you might imagine the starboard engine didn't run for long.

    He says he's picking up the bill for the service. Thanks for the tip Silverton.

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    Fuel Mix Up

    Sad to say, but I made the same mistake once. Pumped out the fuel and re-filled the tank and had no further problems. A little bit of diesel left in the tank won't hurt your engine at all. In fact, it will just lube your valve stems a little more than normal, so don't worry.

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    Diesel in a Gas Boat = Headache but you'll be ok

    Gas in a Diesel Boat = Disaster and explosion


    Ditto what everyone said. She'll smoke a bit but not bad for her. Get as much out as you can.

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