reflectorfilms

I have a 1996 Kawasaki 1100zxi that has had performance issues 5 in-water hours after having carbs professionally re-conditioned and a professional pre-season service. I siphoned off the gas and found shellac-like gel strips in my siphon hose. I'm guessing its gas gone bad over the years. I figured my fuel filter should be catching that stuff. I searched thoroughly for a fuel filter in-line with the gas supply to the carbs. Couldn't find one. It seems insane to me that these performance PWCs wouldn't come with a fuel filter. It also seems odd to me that the repair technician didn't flag this for me when doing the pre-season and cleaning the carbs + replacing the tiny carb filters. Is it normal to not have a fuel filter?



My manual mentions that "some models" have a fuel filter and also that "some models" have a water separator with sediment bowl. My question is, can I use a generic in/line filter that fits the sizing of my gas supply hose (something I can pick up at an auto parts store), or do I need a specialized Kawasaki part? If I need a specialized part, what is it for my model, as I'm having trouble finding a match on-line? Also, I'd like to know if my model originally came with a water separator. Should I get one? And does it go in-line with the fuel supply hose before or after the fuel filter?



Thanks for any experienced thoughts on this.

ben

Knightofwyte

Yeah, you can use any generic inline fuel filter. And I HIGHLY recommend that you do!

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