Peter Zaborski wrote:
>
> I have a couple of questions concerning fuel filters. Basically I am
> interested in preventing some very small rust particles from reaching
> the carbs on my 76 TR6. The rust is originating in some of the metal
> fuel lines. I have decided against replacing what I think is the main
> culprit, namely the long metal line along the frame. All other lines are
> replaced (thanks to all the help with bending lines and compression
> fittings! - I sure learned a lot from that discussion).
>
> I currently have a Fram G2 fuel filter ($4 at Walmart) which is a close
> approximation of the original AC filter I'm sure. I have heard (can't
> recall where( that the normal auto parts store filters are good for
> particles down to ~70 microns in size. Is this correct?
>
> In any event, it seems the particles which are getting through are
> smaller than whatever the Fram screens out. I have a Truchoice catalog
> which lists a nifty looking Earl's filter good down to 35 microns. Cost
> is $30 US but the element (sintered bronze) can be cleaned and a
> replacement, should it be needed, is $7 US.
>
> A local speed shop claims to have a K&N filter good to 4 (that is indeed
> four!) microns but the cost is $105 Canadian and I haven't seen it yet
> so I can't say if it will be a good fit for my car (I don't really want
> to get one of the larger racing type filters).
>
> Anyone have any ideas on which filter (or another perhaps) would be the
> best candidate for filtering out the really small particles (assuming
> the Fram is indeed only good to 70 microns)?
>
> Thanks in advance for any tips.
>
> Peter Zaborski
> 76 TR6 (CF58310 UO)
> Calgary AB Canada
Peter, if you do not eleminate the cancer it will just grow and grow.
Don't price fuel filters, replace the gas line. With all the time and
effort checking out filters the line could have been replaced. The filter
will not stop the rust, one day on a nice ride you lose the whole fuel
line. Preventive maintenance is correct the problem.
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