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| | | | Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 36 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 36 | My 55 does not have a fuel filter. Most pictures have filter above manifold before carburetor. I heard this is a dangerous location in case of leaks and fire. Also heard that before fuel pump to protect pump. Thoughts or suggestions? | | | | | Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall | | Moderator: Welcome Centre, Southern Bolters, Legion Hall Joined: Dec 2001 Posts: 14,522 | For one thing try to find a place that is easy to get to. personally I think one before the fuel pump is good. Since I can get under my panel fairly easy I put one just after gas comes out of the tank.
I've seen many filters before the carb and have one like this on my V8. There is also a filter that Screws into the carb which would help eliminate a hose or clamp malfunctioning and causing problems.
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Is your tank in like new condition? are you lines new? All these play a part in decision making.
One last point. If anyone's tank is located where it can gravity feed I'd recommend a cut off valve there for safety. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 36 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2015 Posts: 36 | | | | | | Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 643 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 643 | I put one before and after my pump. Filters are cheap protection.
Danny
1958 GMC stepside GMC 302 six cylinder 3 speed OD trans
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