Gas or oil in bilge??? 2003 282 sailfish

christo15

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We recently realized the when the bilge pumps out gas is mixed within the water. I don't think their is much gas, but just enough the cast the gas odor in the air. What does this mean? Corroded gas tank? We're bring this boat into the grady white place asap, but we would really like to hear any feedback?!
 

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Generally this is something that has to be investigated ASAP. If there is gas in the bilge water, you will see a sheen on the water when the bilge pumps it overboard. Use the manual bilge switch and take a look at the water.
It is possible that you have fumes and not liquid. That is not good ether but could be caused by as simple as a bad hose, a loose clamp or a leaky sender flange. So look at the fittings and the fuel sender flange.
Good luck