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Subject:Re: Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
From:Karl Wolz
Date:Sat, 5 Sep 2015 10:41:59 -0700

Pencils. Golf tees too small for 7mm lines. 

Karl Wolz
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> On Sep 5, 2015, at 9:09 AM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> 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
>>

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