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Old Mar 9, 2020 | 12:39 PM
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I recently drained my water separator 2009 Ford F350 with a 6.4 L diesel and when I put it in a glass jar that was a lot of sediment white in color I think look flaky. Any ideas how bad this is for me?
 
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Originally Posted by Frankiebridge
I recently drained my water separator 2009 Ford F350 with a 6.4 L diesel and when I put it in a glass jar that was a lot of sediment white in color I think look flaky. Any ideas how bad this is for me?
How long has it been since the separator was drained?
 
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Old Mar 9, 2020 | 08:03 PM
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change the filters and drain the separator bi weekly and watch your fuel source.
 
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I drained it about 2 1/2 months ago
 
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Well at a min. Monthly draining should be completed
 
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