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finding a fuel leak (somewhere near/around fuel filter bowl)?

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Hi,

Wondering if anyone might have tips on finding a fuel leak that is coming (i think) from somewhere around the fuel filter bowl. If I watch that area with a flashlight (while engine running) I think that I can see the fuel accumulate, but am having a hard time identifying the source.

Only leaks while running, ends up dripping out tranny dust cover area, pretty steady drip rate. Significant enought that I've lost about 3 - 3.5 MPG.

Any suggestions appreciated.

THANKS!
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Dietoremain said:
my bets on the fuel bowl drain valve.
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normal said:
thanks for the tip, I'll try to check out the drain valve again.

Do you have any tips/suggestions on the replacing the valve? I don't know for sure if it is plastic or not, but wonder if it will be problematic to try to swap it out in cold winter temps.
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If the ball valve itself isnt the problem you can just get the orings and reuse the valve. I took mine off went to the parts house and couldnt find any orings so I just put the old ones back on and it hasnt leaked a drop since:thumb:
If its real cold and your worried about breaking it just do it after the engine is warm.
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