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Old May 24, 2002 | 05:58 PM
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Default Best fuel filter ?

I had my gas tank cleaned out last year, but still have some dirt that worked its way into the carb and clogged the jets. I have one filter at the tank, its the metal can type. I want to use one more after the fuel pump, what works the best in stopping dirt? Thanks for the info.
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Old May 24, 2002 | 07:30 PM
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Default Re: Best fuel filter ? (467-Ratman)

The only fuel filter you should be using before the fuel pump is the screen type, like the one inside the tank.
I removed the the filter in the inlet of the carb and am using the Wix brand (inline metal canister filter) between the fuel pump and the carb.
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Old May 24, 2002 | 10:12 PM
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I use a see-through glass filter with a replaceable element. I wrap it in Thermo-cool due to my headers, but it is in-line before the carboretor and before the fuel pressure regulator. It really lets you see when you get some gunk in the line.
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Old May 24, 2002 | 10:26 PM
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I use a Fram "clear" Inline filter works great and it's cheap. Buy it any-where
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Old May 25, 2002 | 12:57 AM
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get a AC GF-61P these are for 3/8" ID hose and were used on the GTO 3X2 setup. will pass all the fuel you need. :chevy
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Old May 25, 2002 | 08:54 AM
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Hi Tom I'm using a napa brand clear glass ,with chrome ends and it has replacable filters (just unscrews) Since your pulling alot of crap through it for now. Had the same problem.
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Old May 25, 2002 | 11:47 AM
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Default Re: Best fuel filter ? (Terrys69coupe)

Would it be a good idea to remove the hose after the pump and run it for a few minuites to fill up a gas can. Would this remove any s#$@ from the lines?
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