Changing fuel filters

AWGunS · #1 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 02:57 PM

I think i am going to change the fuel filters this weekend, before winter.

How difficult? Doesn't seem like a big deal. Any tips to help me out?

Smith

scotty2280 · #2 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:15 PM

its easy the one on top is a snap the one in the frame rail is not that cool, i would be easer if you had gumbys arms!!

AWGunS · #3 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:19 PM

Can someone suggest a place to purchase them? Just checked at Autozone, and the wanted $78 for the two. Seems a bit steep......

scotty2280 · #4 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:21 PM

check out the ams oil thread there way cheaper and better

tabraha · #5 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:39 PM

stumps thread makes it preaty easy to take care of:
Changing 6.0 fuel filters

The filter kit was only $46 at my local Ford dealer!

bigd4x4 · #6 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:46 PM

Very nice writeup. Thanks Stump.

Lonno · #7 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 03:50 PM

Check out Performance Oil Products. He's a sponsor. I just got my 2nd set from him for $35 shipped.

Powermoon · #8 (**permalink**) 11-15-2007, 10:07 PM

Changing the filters is not all that bad. Just take your time, at least that is what I did since I had never changed oil or fuel filters in any of my other vehicals. Before removing the frame rail filter drain the fuel/ water seperator. Cut a two liter bottle about half way from the bottom and use this drain the water into a bucket. Keep some rags handy when removing the filter on the frame rail (Some diesel might little drizzle out).

Also, If you have a local IH dealer you can go there to buy fuel filter kits for around $35. While your at it replace the Fuel/Water seperator plug with the new and improved plug that you can twist with you fingers. Then you won't have to worry about stripping the plug's hole by using a 6mm hex allen.

Moon