Fuel Filter leaking
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Fuel Filter leaking
I did several things yesterday, one of which was to change the fuel filter. I also attached a piece of hose to the end of the metal where the water is supposed to drain out when you open the yellow lever (instead of right behind the 2nd alternator). I now have a slight drip constantly when the truck is running!
I tried opening and closing the lever a few times hoping that there was just a small piece of something caught in the O-ring but no luck. Any ideas? I have seen the O-rings for sale, but they look like they would be a PITA to install????
I tried opening and closing the lever a few times hoping that there was just a small piece of something caught in the O-ring but no luck. Any ideas? I have seen the O-rings for sale, but they look like they would be a PITA to install????
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The o-ring are probably bad and have been leaking, but you did not notice it because of where the original drain tube was located. The o-rings for the fuel filter drain, isn't that bad to change. a torx socket is all you need, I think it is a T20.
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You can do it with the filter housing in the truck. It's not the easiest job but, with patience it can be done. (A small adjustable mirror is helpful to make things easier to see) You will need to drain the fuel from the filter bowl but, the filter itself can stay in place.
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You can leave the filter assy in. I took off the bracket the holds the 7.3 cover on, It made it easier to lean in and see what was going on. I also added a little Vasoline to the O-rings, habit from work. Hope this helps.
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i had the same problem, o rings were bad, ya its a t20 torx bit, and its not that hard of a job its just time consuming it takes forever to get the 4 screws out and in, its real hard to get your hands in a good position to remove the screws. get a 1/4 socket and go at it, dont over tighten the torx screws either.
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