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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 12:10 PM
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Unhappy Leaking Fuel Filter

Just recently my truck starting having a problem starting. I investigated and noticed that my fuel filter is leaking. I just put a new one on about 2 months ago because of this same problem and it worked up till now. The temperature is reaching -20 now. I pulled the filter off to check the o ring and it seemed fine. Any ideas???

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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 07:31 PM
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I've had my truck for two years, change fuel filters twice, and had to retorque the leaking suckers both times, after about two weeks, what a PITA, but once retorqued didn't leak again, use some oil or grease on the seals when youy install and torque them up good! LOL
 
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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 07:38 PM
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But just be sure not to overtighten as this will make it leak also.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 07:50 PM
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Is this common? I heard oil will swell o rings. This is my first year for diesels so im trying to absorb as much as i can about them.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2006 | 10:17 PM
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What brand filter are you installing?

I use Purolator and never have any trouble with mine.
 
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