Fuel Filter
More Turbo
Joined: Feb 2004
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From: Findlay, Il
F-350 is right, but there is two different types of fuel filters that are being used. One filter is made into the cap and the other is separate. The one piece unit will replace the two-piecer, but cost more.
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: St. Louis, Mo.
If u still have the original oem cap u can just buy the replacement filters. They are much cheaper than buying the whole new lid assembly with filter attached. Either way keep your original cap if u have one. They are expensive
Cargo Master
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From: St. Louis, Mo.
If u still have the original oem cap u can just buy the replacement filters. They are much cheaper than buying the whole new lid assembly with filter attached. Either way keep your original cap if u have one. They are expensive. Make sure u get the old o-rings out b4 you replace with a new filter either way & make sure the top o-ring faces the right way, per drawing that comes with filter
Post Fiend
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Mesa AZ
I prefer the OEM two piece style since that ensures I'll never find myself in a situation where I'll be without a cap. If I were to use the one piece style then it would be a Baldwin unit. You can purchase OEM filters here:
Riffraff Diesel: 7.3L OEM Fuel Filter
and here:
Racor PFF4596 Replacement Fuel Filter Element for 1999-2003 Ford 7.3L Diesel
I usually buy them 4 or 5 at a time so I always have one handy.
Change yours every 15k and you should be good.
Here is a publication on the Baldwin one-piece model. I am not sure where you can purchase them from so someone else will have to jump in with that info.
Riffraff Diesel: 7.3L OEM Fuel Filter
and here:
Racor PFF4596 Replacement Fuel Filter Element for 1999-2003 Ford 7.3L Diesel
I usually buy them 4 or 5 at a time so I always have one handy.
Change yours every 15k and you should be good.
Here is a publication on the Baldwin one-piece model. I am not sure where you can purchase them from so someone else will have to jump in with that info.
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From: BoCoMo
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It may be very hard to get off. You may have to use a hammer and breaker bar to tap it (around) off, to get it loose. When putting the cap back on, wet the rubber gasket. If the cap does not have a good seal or the gasket is skewed, you will be shooting a lot of fuel all over the place in a matter of seconds. After you get the filter changed, start it up with the hood up andd make sure that there are no leaks. Keep Hands Away From Fan Blade Area. Safety first and always
It may be very hard to get off. You may have to use a hammer and breaker bar to tap it (around) off, to get it loose. When putting the cap back on, wet the rubber gasket. If the cap does not have a good seal or the gasket is skewed, you will be shooting a lot of fuel all over the place in a matter of seconds. After you get the filter changed, start it up with the hood up andd make sure that there are no leaks. Keep Hands Away From Fan Blade Area. Safety first and always
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For $55.00 you can get Wix fuel, air and oil from Filter1 dot com. It comes with the fuel filter with the cover. You can use a socket wrench to unscrew it. It's seems easier than the factory fuel filter cover.
Just a thought! Good luck.
Just a thought! Good luck.
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: La La Land
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They are a good source for other diesel-related stuff, too, but they really specialize in trucks larger than our pickups.
Pop
. I get the 1-piecer from FLEETFILTER.COM, along with a few other filters.
Laughing Gas
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: North Port, Florida
I tried the one piece a couple times. never again. I am glad I kept my cap. by your filters from clay at riffraff and forget about the one pos filters.
Just my .02 for what it is worth.
good luck and happy new year
Just my .02 for what it is worth.
good luck and happy new year
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: La La Land
I'm not going to stand by and let anyone dissuade people from using a quality piece, without speaking up, just because THEY haven't been able to use it.
I've used the good ones since day one, and have absolutely no trouble with them whatsoever.
Maybe we do things differently?
Pop
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From: Morehead, Ky.
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It may be very hard to get off. You may have to use a hammer and breaker bar to tap it (around) off, to get it loose. When putting the cap back on, wet the rubber gasket. If the cap does not have a good seal or the gasket is skewed, you will be shooting a lot of fuel all over the place in a matter of seconds. After you get the filter changed, start it up with the hood up andd make sure that there are no leaks. Keep Hands Away From Fan Blade Area. Safety first and always
It may be very hard to get off. You may have to use a hammer and breaker bar to tap it (around) off, to get it loose. When putting the cap back on, wet the rubber gasket. If the cap does not have a good seal or the gasket is skewed, you will be shooting a lot of fuel all over the place in a matter of seconds. After you get the filter changed, start it up with the hood up andd make sure that there are no leaks. Keep Hands Away From Fan Blade Area. Safety first and always
I know it helps on my home water filter/