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Old 08-10-2006, 01:46 PM
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Default max distance from tank to engine for OS61FX

I recently pulled my YS 4-stroke engine out of my plane and am installing an OS61FX in it's place. The YS had a pressurized fuel system so tank placement didn't matter. Right now the tank is about 6 inches back from the carb. Will this distance be too far or will the OS have enough fuel draw. The tank centerline is level with the needle. Engine is mounted at 90degrees form straight up.

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Default RE: max distance from tank to engine for OS61FX

Your 6-inch distance from the carburetor to the front of the tank is about the maximum you want to have, assuming a standard 12-16 ounce fuel tank.
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Default RE: max distance from tank to engine for OS61FX

Thanks. Its actually only an 8 ounce tank. Maybe I should just get a bigger tank and move it more forward, which I have the room to do.

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