Rinker Parts

DonGargano

In addition to a few other minor issues, I don't think the fuel gauge on our 96 Festiva 212 is reliable.  I am using Great Lakes Skipper to find parts..but often strike out. Any thoughts?

LaRea

Do you think the problem is with the gauge, or the sender in the fuel tank?  The sender is probably from ISSPRO (www.isspro.com).  

DonGargano

not really sure yet.  Picked up boat this spring...marina mechanic took a look at wiring, tested it, and said it should be OK.  Maybe my expectations are too high.  Should I expect the gauge to fluctuate while underway?

DonGargano

makes sense that the tank would indicate fuller when under way because the bow is higher

LaRea

Some gauges only read to the nearest 1/8 tank.  Instead of dropping slowly as you use fuel, it will read 3/4, then suddenly drop to 5/8.  You can check this next time you fill the tank.  Either watch the gauge, or set up a cell phone to take time-lapse video.  

If the the gauge is randomly going to zero and back, I'd guess it's a gauge issue.  You might check the plugs on the back of the gauge, and/or the wire connections at the sender.  

DonGargano

never as bad as zero and back, but it does seem to jump all a sudden from full to 3/4 etc. Like the idea of monitoring and timing.  Thanks

DonGargano

One last thing, any idea where the sender unit would be on a 1996 212 Cuddy 

randy56

On the tank. Looks something like this

Ian

Any idea of the depth of your tank? I have a 17” sender available for sale if you need a new one.
https://rinkerboats.vanillacommunities.com/discussion/11857/kus-fuel-sender-unit#latest

Dream_Inn

I  also have two senders for sale that are adjustable.  I can post make/model if needed (I can't remember off hand).

Bobt

I have a 2001 232 captiva bow rider and I need a new 75 gal fuel tank. Any idea where I can buy one?

LaRea

Hey @Bobtwelcome to the forum.  You should post this as a separate topic to make sure more people see it.  First stop, check www.greatlakesskipper.com