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Feb 26, 2011 | 06:49 PM

john fin

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Ceramic fuel filter

Anyone know where I can get the ceramic filters used in the glass bowl fuel filters.

Feb 26, 2011 | 09:11 PM

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Here's the info on those from Number Dummy's post

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...el-filter.html

Feb 27, 2011 | 07:49 AM

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i could be wrong on this, but, it seems to me that the new fuels can possibly plug or "melt" these filters? worth asking before investing.

Feb 27, 2011 | 09:04 AM

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The ones I'm familiar with are porous bronze elements. But there are thousands of clear fuel filters on the market, what one do you have?

Feb 28, 2011 | 07:42 AM

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I was thinking it was stock for a 49' ford, maybe they didnt come with one from the factory.

Feb 28, 2011 | 12:42 PM

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The stock filter on the bottom of the fuel pumps were sediment type without a filter. They depended on gravity to collect the junk on the bottom of the bowl.

Mar 4, 2011 | 01:58 PM

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So there is not an element in this type? I have a glass bowl that looks just like this on my 57' plymouth and it has a ceramic looking filter inside.

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Mar 4, 2011 | 02:52 PM

bobj49f2

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Ross, you're correct, I was just thinking about the question of the ceramic element.

Mar 4, 2011 | 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ALBUQ F-1

There should be a bronze/brass screen at the very top, same diameter as the glass bowl. No other element.

According to NumberDummy there was a filter in them. Check out this link where he gives the details.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/93...el-filter.html

Mar 4, 2011 | 09:25 PM

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Couldn't open that link,Steve.

Mar 4, 2011 | 09:26 PM

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Well I'll be.. the Parts CD does show one:

I've never seen one in any flathead.

Mar 4, 2011 | 09:32 PM

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Well I'll be.. the Parts CD does show one...

The Dummy knows wherefore he speaks.

Mar 5, 2011 | 07:21 AM

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i have seen them with and without. as long as brass screen is in place, with inline filter before pump, there should be no issues.

Mar 5, 2011 | 03:44 PM

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I have seen trucks driving around with missing or loose parts over the years. Not just the fuel filter. Notably, the nut is loose behind the steering wheel!