What is the very best inline fuel filter??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

70' GMC · 01-06-2008, 05:04 PM

The fuel filter is from napa but not sure who the manufacturer is, it is see through. The fuel filter has been on for almost a year. I looked around autozone, and advance autoparts, they had one called spector, specter something like that, then they had another one by mr. gasket. Is there one that has the replaceable filters. I want the very best, not some cheapo kind either.

**truckdude239** · 01-06-2008, 05:26 PM

i just go to advance auto and get a plastic see threw one pay 4 buxs for it and call it done

DavesRide · 01-06-2008, 05:34 PM

Not enough info for safe response from questionable crazy @ss members that don't ven use seethru filters.

70' GMC · 01-06-2008, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by DavesRide

Not enough info for safe response from questionable crazy @ss members that don't ven use seethru filters.

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you can see the fuel filter in this pic

**jerry moss** · 01-06-2008, 05:53 PM

those filters are an accident waiting to happen, they cause engine fires. if you decide to use one be sure to keep a very close eye on the rubber hoses and replace them often.

DavesRide · 01-06-2008, 05:59 PM

You went from a Qjet to another? What did you do with the Qjet? I would like one. The filter can be any where! Put it between tank and pump. Put it between the pump and the carb. Unless it is stopped up it wiil let gas through. Get rid of that filter on top of your engine! FIRE O NO! Unless it is in the Qjet or another tightly sealed line. NO PLASTIC SEE THRU FUEL FILTERS ALLOWED, PLEASE.

70' GMC · 01-06-2008, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DavesRide

You went from a Qjet to another? What did you do with the Qjet? I would like one. The filter can be any where! Put it between tank and pump. Put it between the pump and the carb. Unless it is stopped up it wiil let gas through. Get rid of that filter on top of your engine! FIRE O NO! Unless it is in the Qjet or another tightly sealed line. NO PLASTIC SEE THRU FUEL FILTERS ALLOWED, PLEASE.

The hose is in very good shape, and the carb is a holly 4 barrel, not sure about the cfms on this carb. How do I know how many cfms are on the carb???

Bob 68327 · 01-06-2008, 06:45 PM

Buy a steel inline filter and you wont have to worry about it breaking and causing a fire ,also keep an eye on your rubber hose in case of cracks.

Bob 68327 · 01-06-2008, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 70' GMC

The hose is in very good shape, and the carb is a holly 4 barrel, not sure about the cfms on this carb. How do I know how many cfms are on the carb???

Take the numbers off the chocke horn on the top of the carb to the parts store and they can tell you what size it is . Looks like a 600 holley from your pic. If you give me the numbers off it I can tell you what size it is also!! Please don't run a plastic or glass fuel filter I hate to see truck fires !!!!

greasemonkey · 01-06-2008, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 70' GMC

How do I know how many cfms are on the carb???

They are actually in the carb, but if you use a flashlight and a mirror you can count them without taking apart the carb.

Seriously, just get the numbers off the carb and cross reference to Holley's site. They have a lot of good tech info there.
Also, a good steel inline filter worked for me when I had rubber fuel line, until I switched to a AN braided line. Now I have an aluminum inline filter from Summit.

BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 · 01-06-2008, 06:50 PM

Been using that kind of filter for years, NEVER EVER had any problems out of any of them!! Wix makes the filter in your pic, they also have a metal version I have used it for years also NAPA #3033. The clear one you have is #3003.

Jim_PA · 01-06-2008, 06:58 PM

Get the steel can type from Napa. You can wrench down pretty hard on the clamps without collapsing the inlets/outlets without leaks.

68K20 x Drill · 01-06-2008, 11:00 PM

like the Racor 1000 series. http://www.starmarinedepot.com/Racor...el+Filter.html
its better if you can fit a marine multi filter system so if one clogs, you can switch to the other one while you put a new element in the first filter without shutting down.

*Shane* · 01-07-2008, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 68K20 x Drill

like the Racor 1000 series. http://www.starmarinedepot.com/Racor...el+Filter.html
its better if you can fit a marine multi filter system so if one clogs, you can switch to the other one while you put a new element in the first filter without shutting down.

$267 for a fuel filter!!!

70' GMC · 01-07-2008, 06:20 AM

I think this is the carb numbers: 34R-10880B, it was the only numbers and letters I can find, it was on the passenger side.

bad6772 · 01-07-2008, 03:26 AM

forget the plastic or glass see through filters..PERIOD ..i have seen those leak ,crack and the glass one s break many times...this is from personal experience also....buy a metal fuel filter ...call it done ..but you could run any see through filter you want, there is lots of wireing diagrams on here for you. ................for the fire those filters will cause.........

ChevyC102007 · 01-07-2008, 04:02 AM

I run a plastic see through inline NAPA/Wix filter hadnt had a problem. Only time I had a truck fire was due to a leaking Holley carb (was leaking around the front fuel bowl even after rebuilding the carb) as soon as it warms up Im going to go to inline metal filter before the pump and a new rubber 5/16 line made for fuel injection (If it can handle the 45 lbs and up pressure of a fuel injection unit, itll dang sure handle the 5-8 lbs of pressure for the carb). Just my 2 cents.

ChevyDude · 01-07-2008, 04:04 AM

oh the drama

Huck · 01-07-2008, 09:01 AM

The best filter is one between the tank and the fuel pump where it is not under pressure from the pump. If it leaks, it is not near the engine. But, some will insist on ease of install and gamble on it never leaking above their exhaust manifold---hummmm.

fnoblitt · 01-07-2008, 10:28 AM

like this, by fram, bought from summit

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 01-07-2008, 10:22 AM

Get a mason jar and a roll of tolet paper..

JAKES 68GMC · 01-07-2008, 10:43 AM

The very best inline fuel filter:

Come on, a fuel filters a fuel filter. Just go buy one from a parts store and dont worry about it. I have a clear plastic one on my truck...works fine for me.

Pl4yboy · 01-07-2008, 12:23 PM

I run a glass one on my truck and a steel one on my Jeep. More problems with the steel one than any glass I've ever had.

DavesRide · 01-07-2008, 12:51 PM

Most new cars don't even have a filter. Just the screen in the tank. If you have plastic tank and lines I would just run without one. I thought about just putting the fuel tank pick up at the top rather than the bottom where the crud and water is in my old truck. Yeah, that's what I'm gonna do.

**Stocker** · 01-07-2008, 12:53 PM

The fact that someone hasn't experienced leakage (or a fire) does not make a filter/location safe. I'd prefer not to have a filter atop my engine...

Besides the bronze Q-jet filter, I use an inline steel filter under the truck, between the transfer valve and the fuel pump. Still need to keep an eye on the short fuel hoses connecting everything, though -- hose failure could allow leakage onto the exhaust.

01-06-2008, 05:04 PM	#1
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	What is the very best inline fuel filter??? The fuel filter is from napa but not sure who the manufacturer is, it is see through. The fuel filter has been on for almost a year. I looked around autozone, and advance autoparts, they had one called spector, specter something like that, then they had another one by mr. gasket. Is there one that has the replaceable filters. I want the very best, not some cheapo kind either. __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

01-06-2008, 05:26 PM	#2
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,233	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? i just go to advance auto and get a plastic see threw one pay 4 buxs for it and call it done __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

01-06-2008, 05:53 PM	#5
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,861	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? those filters are an accident waiting to happen, they cause engine fires. if you decide to use one be sure to keep a very close eye on the rubber hoses and replace them often. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

01-06-2008, 05:59 PM	#6
DavesRide Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Garageless, Missouri Posts: 408	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? You went from a Qjet to another? What did you do with the Qjet? I would like one. The filter can be any where! Put it between tank and pump. Put it between the pump and the carb. Unless it is stopped up it wiil let gas through. Get rid of that filter on top of your engine! FIRE O NO! Unless it is in the Qjet or another tightly sealed line. NO PLASTIC SEE THRU FUEL FILTERS ALLOWED, PLEASE. __________________ R.I.P ESLL Even as the body dies the spirit lives on in the people you touched Last edited by DavesRide; 01-06-2008 at 06:04 PM. Reason: SAFETY REASONS BY PHYSICS AND NOT MY REASONING

01-06-2008, 06:45 PM	#8
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? Buy a steel inline filter and you wont have to worry about it breaking and causing a fire ,also keep an eye on your rubber hose in case of cracks. __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

01-06-2008, 05:34 PM	#3
DavesRide Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Garageless, Missouri Posts: 408	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? Not enough info for safe response from questionable crazy @ss members that don't ven use seethru filters. __________________ R.I.P ESLL Even as the body dies the spirit lives on in the people you touched

01-06-2008, 06:50 PM	#11
BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 Firefighter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Yellville, Ar, USA Posts: 1,943	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? Been using that kind of filter for years, NEVER EVER had any problems out of any of them!! Wix makes the filter in your pic, they also have a metal version I have used it for years also NAPA #3033. The clear one you have is #3003. __________________ '72 Chevy SWB 350 Auto '67 GMC LWB 350 4 speed '70 Chevy 4x4 Stepside 350 Auto Yellville, Ar. USA

01-06-2008, 06:58 PM	#12
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? Get the steel can type from Napa. You can wrench down pretty hard on the clamps without collapsing the inlets/outlets without leaks.

01-06-2008, 11:00 PM	#13
68K20 x Drill Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Freedom CA Posts: 488	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? like the Racor 1000 series. http://www.starmarinedepot.com/Racor...el+Filter.html its better if you can fit a marine multi filter system so if one clogs, you can switch to the other one while you put a new element in the first filter without shutting down. __________________ 68 Chevrolet k20 Longbed 350 SM465/205, Dana 44, 14bolt, Power steering, Power Disk Brakes, 35" BFGs. 84 Chevrolet Suburban K20 6.2 Banks turbo TH400/NP208 Now with G80 68 GMC C20 Parts? Truck And a few cars

01-07-2008, 06:20 AM	#15
70' GMC HERE.......Somewhere Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Birmingham AL Posts: 2,488	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? I think this is the carb numbers: 34R-10880B, it was the only numbers and letters I can find, it was on the passenger side. __________________ Current rides: 2013 Hyundai elantra gt DD 1995 camaro my first crush lmao Was: 1970 with a 350 4barrel and 288 horses Classics make it possible!

01-07-2008, 03:26 AM	#16
bad6772 Official Site Guitar Shredder Join Date: May 2006 Location: Oz Posts: 3,955	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? forget the plastic or glass see through filters..PERIOD ..i have seen those leak ,crack and the glass one s break many times...this is from personal experience also....buy a metal fuel filter ...call it done ..but you could run any see through filter you want, there is lots of wireing diagrams on here for you. ................for the fire those filters will cause.........

01-07-2008, 04:02 AM	#17
ChevyC102007 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Emporium,Pa Posts: 248	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? I run a plastic see through inline NAPA/Wix filter hadnt had a problem. Only time I had a truck fire was due to a leaking Holley carb (was leaking around the front fuel bowl even after rebuilding the carb) as soon as it warms up Im going to go to inline metal filter before the pump and a new rubber 5/16 line made for fuel injection (If it can handle the 45 lbs and up pressure of a fuel injection unit, itll dang sure handle the 5-8 lbs of pressure for the carb). Just my 2 cents. __________________ "When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice." [Cherokee saying] 2001 Dodge Ram Sport 1500 4x4. (old ride) 1987 GMC V1500 Sierra Classic ("new" ride)

01-07-2008, 04:04 AM	#18
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? oh the drama __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

01-07-2008, 09:01 AM	#19
Huck Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Shelbyville, KY Posts: 3,269	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? The best filter is one between the tank and the fuel pump where it is not under pressure from the pump. If it leaks, it is not near the engine. But, some will insist on ease of install and gamble on it never leaking above their exhaust manifold---hummmm.

01-07-2008, 10:28 AM	#20
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01-07-2008, 12:51 PM	#24
DavesRide Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Garageless, Missouri Posts: 408	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? Most new cars don't even have a filter. Just the screen in the tank. If you have plastic tank and lines I would just run without one. I thought about just putting the fuel tank pick up at the top rather than the bottom where the crud and water is in my old truck. Yeah, that's what I'm gonna do. __________________ R.I.P ESLL Even as the body dies the spirit lives on in the people you touched

01-07-2008, 12:53 PM	#25
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,594	Re: What is the very best inline fuel filter??? The fact that someone hasn't experienced leakage (or a fire) does not make a filter/location safe. I'd prefer not to have a filter atop my engine... Besides the bronze Q-jet filter, I use an inline steel filter under the truck, between the transfer valve and the fuel pump. Still need to keep an eye on the short fuel hoses connecting everything, though -- hose failure could allow leakage onto the exhaust. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay Last edited by Stocker; 01-07-2008 at 12:54 PM.

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