I think it was when they changed fuel bowl set up.

 

Major thread resurrection here, but I was wondering if I might also be able to get some help...

About a week ago I picked up a sweet 1997 7.3 Powerstroke diesel extended econoline van with 220k miles.

It was crashed by PO, so I straightened out the front, replaced the radiator, put an offroad bumper on it and things are going great! They could be going better however, as the damn van leaks fuel! If this was a fueler, it would be quite a lot more distressing, but I still want to get it sorted.

I popped off the dog house and quickly noticed where fuel was dripping out, and shot a video, which you can see here:
Now, I would appreciate if somebody with experience could shine a light on what is likely going on here, what I should do about it, and if theres anything else I should do while in there?

I have searched for this info online, and so far only come up with later models 7.3s located in f series or expeditions, which are a totally different kettle of fish.

For now, I gotta get this sorted or else my lady will put me in the actual doghouse for buying a sick van! Which leaves me with this song to accompany my plight:
Thank you in advance, kindly,

Cameron.

 

That looks like the "Fuel Filter Restriction Sensor" Over time they tend to lead at the place shown in the video. You can get a new one at Ford or International, just don't over tighten it as you will crack the housing. Hand tight then maybe another 1/8 turn.

 

Cool. Thank you kindly. I will replace it with a pipe plug for now (I'm a broke student).

Anything else I should replace or check while I'm in there?

 

actually, put in a new filter sensor and filter and all is right with the world now.

 

Maybe start a new thread and you'll get more hits that way rather than resurrecting a 7 year old thread?

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