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    Help with DF300 VST

    2021 DF300 got some bad gas, having typical VST problems, will start, idle, add throttle stalls. Drained all the water out of tank, added inline Fuel water separator. Still having issues, talked to dealer they are pretty sure its crud in the VST. What parts should I order? Is there a kit? it...
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    Draining VST on a 2021 Suzuki 300

    Aint Chat GPT cool? AI Response The "VST" in your query likely refers to the Vapor Separator Tank, which is a component in the fuel system of a Suzuki 300 outboard motor. The vent screw on the VST is used for maintenance and troubleshooting purposes. To locate the vent screw on a Suzuki 300...
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    Draining VST on a 2021 Suzuki 300

    Ran into a water in fuel issue, installed Racor with window bowl, drained tank, drained fuel water separator under cowling, SMIS will not throw a water in fuel code any longer but having a issue getting on plane. Engine will act like its going to accelerate fine then stall out and die. Talking...
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    POWER STEERING ADD ON?

    89 2520, 2021 SUZUKI 300 FBW I am trying to see if there is a way to add power steering to my boat. I have severely challenged shoulders from .mil injuries, one replaced and on overdue. Even the replacement shoulder only gives me about 50% of what I ought to have and the other shoulders just...
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    FUEL WATER SEPARATOR QUESTION

    Mine filter/separator is above decks under the rear starboard gunnel. USCG kosher. I bought 2, will change out in one year.
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    FUEL WATER SEPARATOR QUESTION

    Lil research and help here and I landed on Racor S3213. Screwed right on 11/16th x 16 threads. Amazon truck landed them on my doorstep today. Already mounted and primed. Thanks guys.
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    FUEL WATER SEPARATOR QUESTION

    Non ethanol 93 octane. 129 gallons last time I filled it, mid to late August. And the fuel filter water separator flange is stainless. Hate to replace stainless with stainless just to get a filter to fit. Think I'm going to call Racor tomorrow.
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    FUEL WATER SEPARATOR QUESTION

    Yes. I think I will do just that when I pull it out in a few weeks. Tank is slam full has been for a couple of months (wife got cancer, been a little preoccupied) l think its getting in theu the fuel fill, lots if rain here lately.
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    300 HP Suzuki too much engine for a 2008 2300 DV CC?

    Engine weighs very close to what the 250 does. Not much more. I think the 300 would be perfect for the 23.
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    FUEL WATER SEPARATOR QUESTION

    Ran into a water in fuel situation with the Parker, Water in fuel alarm on the Suzuki SMIS gauge. Sure enough when I pulled the filter it was full of water. The filter under the cowling had a about 3-4 tablespoons of water in it. Drained the filter into a mason jar about an inch of gas at the...
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    300 hour service on 2022 DF 300

    Winner winner chicken dinner $1250.25
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    Just got back from OBX - why is Suzuki so popular

    The 175 weighs just a few more pounds than the 150
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    300 hour service on 2022 DF 300

    What would one reasonably expect to pay for a 300 hour service and impeller replace on a 2022 DF 300?
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    Deck paint

    I thought I had this figured out. So any feedback on KiwiGrip? By the time I buy 4 qts of Rustoleum Topsides @$27 a gallon + Primer O could have bought a 4 liter kit of KiwiGrip.
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    Repower 2520xl with new Suzuki 300

    Only an inch of my nosecone is wet
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    Deck paint

    Ok...90% sure I'm going with Rustolem Topsides with a silica non slip additive due ro its superior UV qualities. I've recently used this paint for painting the tackle center console bench in another thread here with good results. The deck has been previously painted and I plan on sanding with...
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    Deck paint

    Thoughts on 1 part Epoxies? To prime or not to prime...this is the question LOL
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    Suzuki Smart Guage questions

    This is the SMG4 gauge I have. Dont have a manual for it. I've scolled thru the menu and do not see Troll Mode or Auto-Trim. BTW that pic was from Friday evening 32mph @ 2.3mpg in a 1989 2520 running a 2021/22 Suzuki 300 at high cruise. WOT is 42mph on smooth water.
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    Suzuki Smart Guage questions

    How do I tell which version of smart guage I have? I keep seeing references to Auto-Trim and Troll Mode but cannot access them in the menu. Motor is 2022 Suzuki 300 with FBW binnacle.
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    Tackle center/Bench Seat project on 2520

    Finally getting it wrapped up, painting, staining, cutting, decaling...I think it turned out ok. Cabinet is 3/4" A/B marine ply. Drawers are 1/2" marine ply, Starboard faces, stainless latches, bench back slats are Phillipine Mahogany. Stainless hardware. Decalling by my daughters Cricket. Large...
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