Fuel-water separator

[EricM]

Here's a thought I just had (too late for this deep freeze) - can/will the fuel/water separator installed on a boat have enough water in it to freeze and keep the boat from running, or for that matter freeze and burst? I didn't change mine this fall (it is at least a year old) and the boat is kept outside, where it is more prone to getting condensation in the tank.

Anyone with any unfortunate experience with this (yet)?

 

[SNUFFY]

Good question.....Is it an auto type spin -on filter ??? I would think that unless it is plumb full of water it would probably be OK....Be a good time to bring it in and thaw it out though. May be enough gas and additive chemicals in it to keep it from freezing. I never did find very much in my spin on ...even after a year

 

[EricM]

Yep, it's a spin-on. I'm almost afraid to go look 'cause I've been in contact with Spurhunter in the last week............. emoEek

 

[wrechin2]

Would be simple to remove and pour into a glass container and let sit for a little while and see if it has any water in it. If not, I would put it back on and keep a check on it.