Fuel Filter Needed

[The Rebel]

Hey guys. Need to get a filter for my car as the last owner(s) never installed one.

According to the parts manual its supposed to be located between the fuel pump & the carb. I'll be running over to AutoZone to get one this weekend. I'd remove the rubber line from the pump/carb and bring it with me to get the correct size (1/4 or 5/16) can't remember if the hose has a size marked on it or not. Seems like all I have to do is cut the hose insert filter & attach 2 clips around the metal shaft, then reattach back to the pump/carb. I'm sure there is a marking on the filter that tells you which end the fuel flow is supposed to go.

Last time I changed a filter was on my 1980 ford Fairmont that was located under the fuel tank back in the late 80's. Wonder why they put it after the pump as it seems it would be a better idea to keep any particles out of the pump.

 

[Darter6]

Yeah, some are marked "IN" or "OUT'' or both. 5 /16'' is the smallest Mopar used.

 

[PurpleBeeper]

Yeah, some are marked "IN" or "OUT'' or both. 5 /16'' is the smallest Mopar used.

And it's the stock fuel line size on most cars.

 

[GetX'd]

Isn't it better to have one that's clear so you can see the filter? Might cost a couple bucks more but maybe worth it.

 

[wagonman]

I would steer clear of the clear plastic ones. For the cost of the AZ metal ones just change it every 12K miles or every year.

 

[The Rebel]

Not a fan of those as the filter is close to the engine I like the idea of metal for better heat protection.

Isn't it better to have one that's clear so you can see the filter? Might cost a couple bucks more but maybe worth it.

 

[SlinktRR]

if you don't want to change fuel filters for years, buy two. Use a 120 mesh coarse filter after the tank and a fine mesh at the carburetor. The wix part numbers are 33270 for the coarse filter and 33032 for the fine 25 micron filter, both metal. If you prefer the plastic for the fine filter it is part #33002. Napa gold filters are the same, just drop the first digit.

the idea is that the coarse filter removes the big stuff from the tank and the fine filters whatever gets through. I have the original gas tank in mine so the coarse filter really helps.

 

[Bruzilla]

I always liked having the clear ones so if the engine wouldn't start I could see if fuel was present without disconnecting a fuel line, but the problem is the plastic on the stems is soft and if you over-tighten the clamps those stems collapse and it's no-joy on the gas.

I went back to the metal ones.

 

[PurpleBeeper]

Yeah, I've broken the nipples off of plastic ones too, but I run one because I prefer seeing the fuel. I'd steer away from those little glass ones with the replaceable filters though. I had one that leaked like a sieve.

 

[YY1]

I agree with Bru on the visibility factor.

There are two styles. One has plastic nipples that come in different sizes.

The other is a bit more expensive and is all metal on the ends including the nipples.

..and the clear part is glass.

I recently moved mine from after the pump to right before.

 

[AMX364]

I like the idea of the clear fuel filter, but from what I have seen is engine fires are either gasoline or electrical. The last car I setup used steel lines from pump to carburetor including a metal double flared fuel filter. The filter used adapters for 5/16 inlet to 3/8 outlet, aftermarket carb.

 

[The Rebel]

And this is why I like the metal ones, especially as the filter is located right next to the block.

but from what I have seen is engine fires are either gasoline or electrical.

 

[The Rebel]

Hey guys. Quick question. When I remove the hose between the fuel line and the pump, will the gas from the tank start leaking out? I know there will be some in the hose but just want to make sure my entire tank of gas isn't going to start draining out in my driveway. I can't see that happening but better to ask before I start my project this afternoon.

 

[AMX364]

If the tank is higher then the pump, Yes. Can clamp the rubber fuel line closed, while you work.

 

[GetX'd]

I like the idea of the clear fuel filter, but from what I have seen is engine fires are either gasoline or electrical. The last car I setup used steel lines from pump to carburetor including a metal double flared fuel filter. The filter used adapters for 5/16 inlet to 3/8 outlet, aftermarket carb.

How about tempered glass vs. plastic?

 

[The Rebel]

It just occurred to me is it possible that the fuel filter is attached to the line leading into the carb? This is my set up. Based on the #1411, I'm pretture sure this is the stock # for the carb but what does the #2676 mean?

 

[AMX364]

Steel lines and flared fuel filter.

 

[SlinktRR]

if you don't want to change fuel filters for years, buy two. Use a 120 mesh coarse filter after the tank and a fine mesh at the carburetor. The wix part numbers are 33270 for the coarse filter and 33032 for the fine 25 micron filter, both metal. If you prefer the plastic for the fine filter it is part #33002. Napa gold filters are the same, just drop the first digit.

the idea is that the coarse filter removes the big stuff from the tank and the fine filters whatever gets through. I have the original gas tank in mine so the coarse filter really helps.

My coarse prefilter 33270 just plugged after about 5 years. The symptoms were engine nosing over at full throttle. Whatever my tank is sloughing off is being screened by the coarse filter, the fine filter on the block is clean. I'm glad I put the part numbers in this post, made it easier to order today.

Only problem is, Wix now makes their fuel filters in China. I was pretty disappointed to pull the old made in USA filter and replace with chinese. The wix oil filters are still made in USA it looks like.