Leaking Fuel

[Kwikkordead]

Originally Posted by PolarBearKing I finally had to do it, only problem is, is that I still have a leak. I took my time and made sure everything was put back together snug. If it makes any difference, my gaskets where not flat, cracked or torn. Any other suggestions? I just last month had to fix my leaking fuel filter drain. It required that I buy the whole housing assembly because the one that was on my truck was warped enough to relax the pressure on the o-rings. The new one is tight enought to where I can hardly move the lever, even with some lube on the o-rings. The ones that came out of the old housing were still fresh and round, but the housing wasn't holding them tight enough to make a good seal.

[SIZMDRS]

Originally Posted by barebackjake

i had to replace the drain on my 2000 it was $35

it was squirting down into the engine valley

Same here, had it fixed yesterday. I had the smell of diesel everytime i walk by the truck and noticed about a quarter size leak under the truck..... Had mine fixed at a shop for 92.00..
Beth

[theenforcer]

cool dudes i thought the leak on mine was coming from that yellow thingy when you guys say you turn it a few times which way. do you grab hold of the flag bit on to and push it towards the centre of the engine bay cause when i played with mine it seemed realy tight i wasnt even sure if it did move and i didnt want to break it, but now i know it moves i think ill give it a shot at moving it tommorrow, and get some new seals to

thanks guys this forum rocks

[StillNotKing]

I had a fuel leak that was puddling fuel in the engine well under the fuel filter. Thanks to this forum, I not only got the short version of what was causing the problem but also how to fix it on the cheap.

I just got done doing the o-ring replacement on my 02 7.3 250. Total cost: $6.00 and 30 minutes under the hood.

I owe my buddy that directed me here a beer, and many thanks to those who know what they are doing who contribute here. You saved me from having to pay way too much for parts I didn't need, and from paying someone else way too much in shop fees.

Next up: Getting rid of the stock exhaust.

[megawatt00]

I had a fuel leak that was puddling fuel in the engine well under the fuel filter. Thanks to this forum, I not only got the short version of what was causing the problem but also how to fix it on the cheap.

I just got done doing the o-ring replacement on my 02 7.3 250. Total cost: $6.00 and 30 minutes under the hood.

I owe my buddy that directed me here a beer, and many thanks to those who know what they are doing who contribute here. You saved me from having to pay way too much for parts I didn't need, and from paying someone else way too much in shop fees.

Next up: Getting rid of the stock exhaust.

Welcome to FTE. Who, if you don't mind me asking, is the buddy? I'm glad that you got it fixed. Stick around and feel free to jump into the conversation at any time.

[StillNotKing]

Originally Posted by megawatt00

Who, if you don't mind me asking, is the buddy? ...

Credit goes to "TMIB" for that one. He's helped me out a couple of times now with small stuff, including getting my canopy brake lights hooked up correctly and figuring out the 7/4 plug wiring so that my camper and trailer were wired right.

For the record, it was pretty obvious once I got the housing removed for this drain that the OEM seals were shot... totally flat on one side, and starting to get brittle.

Should any of you be contemplating this fix in the next month or so, ping me and I'll gladly just outright send to you a set of the o-rings since I have about 10 spare sets right at the moment.

[megawatt00]

Originally Posted by StillNotKing

Credit goes to "TMIB" for that one. He's helped me out a couple of times now with small stuff, including getting my canopy brake lights hooked up correctly and figuring out the 7/4 plug wiring so that my camper and trailer were wired right.

For the record, it was pretty obvious once I got the housing removed for this drain that the OEM seals were shot... totally flat on one side, and starting to get brittle.

Should any of you be contemplating this fix in the next month or so, ping me and I'll gladly just outright send to you a set of the o-rings since I have about 10 spare sets right at the moment.

That's what FTE is all about friend. Nice offer for the o-rings. Reps on the way.

[deere1106]

Still leaking like a sive(sp?). Got the new housing and rings in, but is still leaking, running, out. Could I have not gotten it tight enough? Or could something else be warped or loose?

[Jim Rowley]

Take it out and check the sealing surface for flatness. If you don't have a flat surface, use a straight edge ruler. It may be warped beyond repair but there may be a burr that would go away with a couple of swipes on sandpaper. If it's beyond repair, buy a whole new valve. Some have had to do that.

Put it back on to see if it still leaks. Try to locate the leak, whether from the rotating valve or from the body itself.

Let us know.

Jim.

[deere1106]

We replaced the whole valve, yellow lever, and o-rings are on the valve. Am thinking I didn't clean the old surface of the filter housing good enough. Also had to go buy a 1/4" ratchet so that I didn't have to squeeze in there with an adapter on the 3/8". So will be able to attack it better monday. Will disassembleclean and put back together then go from there.

[deere1106]

is dripping while running, BUT when shut off it really comes out in a stream. could the filter housing be warped or damaged? also the metal hose that attaches to the drain by a rubber? hose seems loose. is it possible for the hose to be bad? it seems mushy and not tight. desperate. just want to be able to sell my truck without the leak.
Any takers with the leak?

[deere1106]

WOOHOO!!!!! Took it to my mechanic buddy and he said it wasn't tightened enough. I was afraid of breaking or stripping it. Got it all tightened up and is good to go. YAY!!!
Thanks for all your suggestions!