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That's why I am asking here. :)

Thanks Phil. Thanks Jimh. I believe charger and battery setup is done correctly. My other brother-in-law floated the idea of attaching a little LED lamp near the battery that is visible from the dock so [the LED lamp would indicate something undefined and make that status so it ] could be seen.

Q1: If rain is anticipated for an extended period of time or a storm is anticipated, should the drain of the sump be unplugged on a 2016 170 MONTAUK? Q2: If I leave the drain plug in place, would connecting the battery charger to an outlet at the dock (so that the bilge pump doesn't drain batteries)...

FYI - I replaced only the hose between tank and the Fuel demand valve and the replaced Fuel demand valve. Seems to have help greatly. Cut open old piece of fuel line and it seemed like the interior lining was coming loose. probably shrinking in under pressure.

Thanks gentlemen. I very much appreciate the responses.

Thanks Phil- Appreciate the confirmation

JimH - I see $9.29 per foot for the Shields at West Marine, or 50-feet $140 at Walmart.

On my [2016 MONTAUK of unspecified model] I want to replace the fuel lines. I have found two suitable rubber hoses: ⋅ Trident Barrier Lined A1-15 Fuel Hose ⋅ Shields A1-15 Series 368 Give advice [on which of those two brands to use or suggest other brands] I also plan to replace ...