It's more of a sediment bowl than a true filter. If you're having difficulties that might indicate particulates in the fuel you're better off putting a filter between the carb & fuel tank. To answer your question I've not purchased a sediment bowl pump new. I've purchased several rebuilt pumps on ebay so I have a stock that will last for some time. I also have an inline filter between the tank and fuel pump.

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