Thanks Jim.
After all this time, I cannot say the filter for a water trap is a major reason to install the filter. Only one time can I honestly say I had a substantial amount of water in the filter. I made the mistake of filling the tank with fuel from a 5 gallon can that had been sitting for a while and was almost empty. I know better than to pour the last drop from any fuel contained. Just asking for trouble. I have had to remove garbage from the filter.
I think the loop in the fuel line is a big plus. I have seen syrup looking stuff in the bottom of the loop. I still wonder how it gets past the filter.
I do not recall having to remove and clean out my carburetor since I have made the filter modification. I made the mod in such a way I can remove the mod by loosening two hose clamps and reconnect the OEM hoses. If I ever open it up again, I will remove the OEM filter from the fuel tank.
I have added a fuel shutoff, but never use it. I have also added a piece of tubing from the bottom of the air cleaner to the bottom of the Honda, beside the float bowel drain. When it is exceptionally cold, and/or I have not started the Honda for a while I can easily give it a snort of starting fluid by simply spraying in to the tubing. No need to remove the front cover.
Wayne
