1963 Fuel Filter

[Sven C.]

Going to change the fuel filter on a 1963 300hp and just wondering if anyone has an idea how much gas is going to spill out. Thanks for your help.

[Jim L.]

Re: 1963 Fuel Filter

Going to change the fuel filter on a 1963 300hp and just wondering if anyone has an idea how much gas is going to spill out. Thanks for your help.

If you disconnect the filter fittings immediately after shutting the engine off, there is a good chance the fuel like will be pressurized and you'll spray a few tablespoons of fuel. Probably not a good idea to do this.

If you disconnect the fittings after the fuel pressure has bled down, you won't spill enough fuel to worry about. Do hold the full GF90 horizontal as you lift it away from the engine, though, since it will have fuel in it. Perhaps hold a rag under it to catch any slosh.

Jim

[Sven C.]

Re: 1963 Fuel Filter

Car is stored for the winter so no pressure in line/filter. Thanks for the advice Jim.

[Bob R.]

Re: 1963 Fuel Filter

Definitely put a rag under the filter before you start I'm sure you will get a little fuel running out but it shouldn't cause a problem if the rag is there.

[Sven C.]

Re: 1963 Fuel Filter

Thanks Bob.