BryanOnTheBay
Member
- Oct 6, 2013
- 540
- Boat Info
- "Havana Crush" - 1998 270 Sundancer
- Engines
- 7.4L Mercruiser MPI Bravo III Outdrive
I run my blowers continuously regardless of speed.
I also agree with Woody that most of the explosions seem to have occurred during/after refuelling. Personally, I dont check my bilge after refuelling but maybe I should as this seems to be when the risk is the greatest. I've also thought of getting a gas detector for the bilge.
That is what I have read as well. I don't run the blower while refueling as there is a risk of sucking in the gas vapors, but it goes on when done and I always check for vapors. I don't think the blowers are necessary at speed, but I generally forget to turn the off when I head to plane. No harm done. They are meant to be used, and have a long service life. I certainly don't want to find out personally what happens when a boat explodes.
Bryan