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Alex and Cory perform maintenance on the Racor fuel filter system for their Westerbeke 64A engine. After removing the drain plug, they find significant sludge, sand, and debris obstructing the flow.0:34 They use a small tool to manually extract the buildup from the housing.1:27 Once the housing is clean, they reinstall the plug, tightening it by hand before adding a final quarter-turn with pliers to ensure a seal.2:43 They refill the filter housing with fuel to minimize air in the system.3:28 To bleed the engine, they open the vent screw on top of the filter housing and operate the manual fuel pump until fuel flows steadily without air bubbles.4:42 The increased resistance in the pump handle confirms the system is primed and ready for operation.5:46 Regular cleaning of the filter housing prevents fuel starvation and avoids costly professional maintenance at a marina.2:38

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