abe72 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Hello All, This may sound like a dumb question, but where would be the best place to install a fuel filter. I have the original motor and carb set up (350, 2bbl). Thank you, Abe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam (Bones) Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 there is already one in the inlet on the carburator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abe72 Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 So no other filter is needed...Just thought it would be a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam (Bones) Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 another filter wouldn't hurt, I would add it between the pump and carb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montefrazer Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 GM thought one was enough but another one can't hurt, if done right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
footballubet Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 You'll need to cut the steel line to install an inline filter. Make sure to measure where you want it, take the line off to cut and clean any metal filings out of the line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monte70car Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I got a glass fuel filter right after the tank then the stock style filter in the carb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abe72 Posted October 21, 2013 Author Share Posted October 21, 2013 You'll need to cut the steel line to install an inline filter. Make sure to measure where you want it, take the line off to cut and clean any metal filings out of the line. Yes. That's kinda where I was thinking about placing it. Thank you all for your suggestions. Abe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wallaby Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I have one of those universal in-line filters installed between my fuel pump and the frame in the rubber hose there. It was a good idea to put in a new hose anyway, so I added a filter while I was in there. I have heard that it's not ideal to mount a filter on the suction side of the pump, but the up side is that it keeps my fuel pump clean as well as the carb. I've had no issues. Something like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I have the glass one between the fuel pump and carb and the paper one in the carb works good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VE3HZZ Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 As others have said I would run one (as I have) from the fuel pump steel line into the carb inlet. I would think you can find a local parts store that has the GLASS filer with a replaceable paper element. This way you can see if it has fuel in it that likely the CARB does too (normally) or if the fuel pump is working (as you can see fuel) AND how dirty the filter and how yellow (yuck) the fuel is coming outta the tank Just make sure to use Stainless steel hose clamps and for good measure I'd double clamp them for the rubber hose as a precaution.... And if you cut the fuel line (steel) not a bad idea to FLARE (if you have one) both ends where the rubber fuel line goes on to help against any leaks (but not required just a suggestion). Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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