fuel flow meter

[snokeen01]

Hi all, im looking for a fuel flow meter, prefer to install an analog ( old paddle wheel version ). just wondering what people know about them brands, price etc. I have a 2013 DF70 Suzuki. I don't think it needs to be high flow? Any help much appreciated.

Thanks Snokeen01:)

[Schulzy]

Do you have an nmea2000 capable sounder/plotter?

[snokeen01]

no I have a hummingbird. was hoping to not have to install any more gauges

[Warrior620]

Pretty sure it cant be done with anolouge gauges. You need the digital sims gauges. Go to the suzuki forum plenty of info on there.

[sporty1]

Hi I had a Farina fuel flow meter on my last boat and I was delighted with its performance. Cheap and easy to install.

[Crocodile]

Hello snokeen01,

have a look at this website, it will provide typical figures
http://suzukimarine.com.au/outboards/midrange/df70a/

Is there some particular reason that you want a flow meter?
That motor would use so little fuel anyway.

[spelchek]

Is there some particular reason that you want a flow meter?
That motor would use so little fuel anyway.

Crocodile - I have a 40yammi 4 strk and I use a flow meter. Why? The warm fuzzy feeling of knowing exactly how much fuel I have left in the tank. Pure and simple it just 'feels' better to me to know exactly where I'm at with respect to remaining fuel when I'm 20m offshore.

[snokeen01]

Hi crocodile my fuel gauge is not accurate. Would be nice to know how many liters I have used so I have got a bit of an idea whats left. Like spelcheck said. Just a bit of reassurance when on the water.

[gpz1991]

As above I have a Navman flow meter and very happy with it

[ozscott]

As above I have a Navman flow meter and very happy with it

Yes me too. Excellent little laser and turbine transducer but I think there is an alternative brand you can buy now...navman no longest I thought.

Cheers

[myusernam]

Hi crocodile my fuel gauge is not accurate. Would be nice to know how many liters I have used so I have got a bit of an idea whats left. Like spelcheck said. Just a bit of reassurance when on the water.

you can get this just by experience. I suggest using your log on your GPS. When you fill up each time make a mental note of how many litres per NM you use. You'll get a good idea pretty quickly.

[snokeen01]

Thanks all. Myusernam that would be good if I got to use a bit more, had it 6 months and put about 6 hours on it. Will get more use when bub gets a bit older. Looking forward to getting it out more next year. Hopefully a few trips to hinchinbrook.