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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 06:22 PM
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Help! fuel filter Return line

I'm getting ready for vacation (trip) with my kids and replaced the fuel filter todayl. Unfortunately, the return line connector broke off! i've ordered a replacement but it won't be here until Monday (we leave this Friday). Any risk of running without this line attached? I'll put about 250 miles on between now and getting the replacement part. not exactly sure what this line does.

Thanks for the guidance.
Tim

 
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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 06:36 PM
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Since this is motor specific I am going to put it in the 6.7 forum for better responses.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 07:02 PM
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So, a return line is just that. How quickly might you empty the tank? My guess is pretty quickly?
 
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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 07:10 PM
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so what I would do is to take that connector off the return port of the filter. Get a rubber hose (compatible with fuel) and clamp it onto the port of the filter. The other end you will want to clamp a piece and stainless steel tubing from the new hose to the return line. Clamps for everything.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2020 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by senix
so what I would do is to take that connector off the return port of the filter. Get a rubber hose (compatible with fuel) and clamp it onto the port of the filter. The other end you will want to clamp a piece and stainless steel tubing from the new hose to the return line. Clamps for everything.
yep

that will work as a road side fix.
I would add to use more than 1 clamp. its not a super high pressure return so it should stay on.

also, where are you located...odds are someone on the forum gas one they can front you...I have one in my glove box....im in NYC.

 
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Old Dec 10, 2020 | 08:09 AM
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Several vendors have the redesigned barb-type fitting -- $15 -$25 (instead of the hundreds the Ford stealership rip off artists charge for a harness).............
 
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Old Dec 10, 2020 | 08:47 AM
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Several vendors have the redesigned barb-type fitting -- $15 -$25 (instead of the hundreds the Ford stealership rip off artists charge for a harness).............
true, but he needs it today for a trip Friday morning

 
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Old Dec 10, 2020 | 12:33 PM
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Do the repair I suggested and get some miles on it full throttle to ensure it holds up.
 
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When mine broke on my 18, the truck didn't start or stay running if it did start, I had to push mine into the shop to fix it.

I just bought a new fitting, it was about 50 bucks Canadian to get it to my door. The complete line was 250 Cad.
 
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