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Mar 26, 2015 | 02:27 AM

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Stewart_H

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Originally Posted by Glowplugger

On mine that OEM cap busted all to pieces...The original cap had to be banged off with a screwdriver to get it to let go.

Next time, since you don't have the filter cap removal tool, take a pair of pliers, invert them and place the ends of the handles into the cap webbing. Then place a screwdriver through the jaws of the pliers and use it like a T-handle to twist the pliers and open the cap.

Stewart

Mar 26, 2015 | 08:18 AM

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sowaxeman

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Originally Posted by SpringerPop

Hecho in U.S.A. in Kearney, Nebraska!

Made by Nebraskans, in the U.S.A.!

Pop

Proud to buy American, yet speaks Spanish

Mar 26, 2015 | 12:32 PM

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Mar 26, 2015 | 01:20 PM

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sowaxeman

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I understood it...thought it was funny!

Mar 26, 2015 | 03:56 PM

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mrseventhree

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I went with a wix the first time I changed mine.. I liked it because it has a one inch socket pattern on the lid for tightening and removing it. When I went to put it on, I had a little trouble getting the gasket to fit properly but eventually got it on (still seeming a little to big but it worked.) A month and a half later my truck had gelled up and I pulled the fuel filter to make sure it was alright and I could not for the life of me get that gasket to fit on again. After several attempts and a motor covered in diesel, working in -15 temps I just decided to go buy a new filter (don't remeber the brand.) I did like the wix but after that incident with the gasket I probably won't go back.. Maybe it was just a Friday afternoon made gasket? Maybe somehow it got warped or it expanded but I don't think I'll go back.

Mar 26, 2015 | 04:17 PM

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Racor (A US company headquartered in Modesto, California) designed the factory fuel bowl and filter system for all years of the 7.3L engine in both International and Ford versions. To my mind, it makes the most sense to stick with the OEM design.

I only use the Racor Par Fit PFF4596 filters exclusively. Uses the factory lid, and comes with the AquaBlock water rejection membrane as well as a new bevel cut gasket. I buy them by the case, and I'd say I have a lifetime supply, but I keep giving them away to my Super Duty brethren in need.

Mar 26, 2015 | 07:48 PM

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dn29626

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Originally Posted by sowaxeman

...Proud to buy American...

To add a thinking moment here, remember, American, does not guarantee it's USA made. Many countries are in America.
Now I will get off the stump (again).

Mar 27, 2015 | 08:54 PM

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jjlrrw

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Originally Posted by Glowplugger

I got mine on recommendation from an experienced member. It's a Luber Finest $20.21 prime shipping

Amazon.com: Luber-finer L4596F Heavy Duty Fuel Filter: Automotive

Great thing about it is it comes with a cap. Just pull out the old beat up one and boom you're done.

Picked up this Luber-Finer and plan to install as soon as I am done with the ball joint R&R.