No screen in my filter...?

[Crankme69]

I am about 99.9% positive there was no screen in the bottom of my filter the last time I changed it...what risk am I taking running it like this?

I gonna order me a new one...just curious might that ruin my IP like that?

TIA

 

[Turbine Doc]

no it should be ok there is a smaller mesh screen in the IPs inlet fitting, you will have to get from Stanadyne dealer as this is not a GM part

 

[dangerousdave]

Not to worry; instead of sweating that, just install a 10 micron filter inline right before the lift pump. It'll catch most water and big chunks, and protect the LP . I like the see through bowl and water drain on the filter. Something like this; Not to disrespect any vendors here, just an example of the many available out there.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#=544jue
Spin-On Gasoline and Diesel Filters

Once you've installed the top cap inline, changing filter cartridges is simple—just spin off the old cartridge and spin on the new one. Filters are good for removing dirt, rust, sand, and scale from leaded and unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel, including fuels with ethanol. Filters have a die cast zinc top cap and nitrile seals. They include a 10-micron, pleated-paper filter cartridge. Max. pressure is 50 psi; max. temperature is 150° F. Connections: NPT female.
Optional water-removal cartridge removes water and particles as small as 10 microns.
Pipe Max. Port-to- O'all Filters Repl. Cartridges
Size Flow, gpm Port Lg. Ht. Each Each

3/4" 12 3 3/4" 7 1/4" 4833K21 $26.66
4833K15 $11.04

1" 12 3 3/4" 7 1/4" 4833K26 27.05
4833K15 11.04

Optional Water-Removal Cartridge 4833K17 Each $16.70

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[Crankme69]

Thanks, I've been noticing a little tiny bit of hesitation (I guess the vocabulary in diesel terms is fish biting) give me time I'm learning LOL, at very light throttle & it does not happen consistently. All I have to do is give it a RC Hair more go pedal & it disapears.

I still need to measure the LP output, on my list of things to do...my truck is just about to turn 197K & is running like a TOP...hope it stays this way, I'm thrilled with it so far!

Thanks again & have a SAFE & Happy New Years!

 

[dangerousdave]

Welcome aboard. Fishbite is more like the engine shuts down violently, then starts up again. Scared the cr*p out of me the first time. Usually from the PMD failing. Many threads about that.

I'm basically cheap. Everybody seems to love the Racor filter, but it's pricey. Here's another one, first the whole unit, then the replacement cartridge;

http://www.dutton-lainson.com/products.php?cat=29

Part Number: 56591
496-3/4 FUEL TANK FILTER
For use with common fuels including regular and unleaded gasoline, diesel fuel, fuel oil, and related additives including methyl, ethyl and isopropyl alcohol. Also compatible with biodiesel blends up to 20%. Removes microscopic particles (10 microns) of rust, sand, dirt, scale and lint. Zinc die-cast top cap with 3/4 inch NPT pipe fittings. See-Thru bowl allows for visual monitoring of fuel flow. Working pressure up to 150 PSI and flows of 5 gpm (gravity fed) at 24 inch head.
Price: $44.99

Part Number: 56604
496-5 WATER ELEMENT
Replacement WATER-BLOCK fuel filter element for model 496. Individually boxed.
Price: $13.99

 

[guybb3]

Here is another spin-on you could use

http://www.perma-cool.com/Catalog/Cat_page26.html

The kit is the 81074. For the replacement filters you can use either permacool, CAT 1R-0749, or Donaldson 551000. All are under $20 but the CAT doesn't separate out water (even though in every other regard it is a kick ass filter).

 

[Crankme69]

Great thanks for the links, I'm all about shopping & comparing products & prices b4 I make a purchase...

I think my LP is factory, at least buy looks of it and the corrosion on the fittings. Prolly gonna change it out, but no need to fix what ain't broke, but when I do change it, that will be a great opportunity to consider adding the pre filter.

What benefit does the pre filter provide?

 

[guybb3]

What benefit does the pre filter provide?

It'll help a new lift pump last a whole lot longer. Cheaper and easier to change than a stock filter and since they are all so much larger than the stock filter, changes should be less frequent also.

 

[Crankme69]

I will surly look into that option...Thanks!