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Subject:Re: Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
From:Don Hanson
Date:Sat, 5 Sep 2015 09:09:29 -0700

couple of tips for this task:  Watch out for residual fuel pressure
squirting gasoline into your face from the hose exiting outlet side of the
fuel pump.  (2)  Golf tees make great handy plugs for your fuel lines as
you work on the system... a golf tee inserted in the open fuel hose  end
will keep the lines from dripping or leaking as you have them disconnected.

On Sat, Sep 5, 2015 at 8:25 AM, Eric Caron <ecaron1@comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
>         I have been wanting to install a fuel filter upgrade kit for some
> time.  I have a 85 Wesfalia with the square pre pump filter.  I purchased a
> upgrade kit but it has no instructions with it.
>
> The kit has two lengths of hose one larger then the other. a small adaptor
> that looks to me like it might connect a large hose to a small one.  It
> comes with a canister fuel filter and a zip tie.
>
> thats it.  Not sure where I purchased it from but it was either Van Cafe
> or bus Depot.  I’m thinking bus Depot.  If Van cafe i would just call for
> instructions as they give me   technical support for such items..
>
> I also purchased separately a used bracket for the canister filter and my
> frame has the cut outs to mount it.
>
> I’ve never done a job like this so tips on how to proceed are appreciated.
>
> there may be a picture of the kit at Bus Depot. maybe even pictures that
> show the install, but I need a verbal description.
>
> Tips are appreciated.
>
> I’m feeling pretty good about my skills after the recent break
> improvements and shock install and would like to keep the momentum going.
>
> Eric Caron
> 85 gL Auto Westfalia
>