Water seperater or fuel filter

[nightstalker]

I have a canaster aparatus attached to the fuel line between my gas tank and 1994 225 Johnny. It's about the size of an oil filter. Is it an in line gas filter or could it be a fuel/water seperator? I tried getting it loose, but it doesn't turn either way and there are no nuts on top of it to remove the canister. Can anyone tell me what it is and if it needs to be replaced and how to do it?<br />Stalker

 

[Solittle]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

You have the best type to use. It is a fuel filter/water seperator combined. They look like auto oil filters and are installed and removed the same way. You may have to muscle the old one off & be sure to put a dab of oil on the gasket when installing the new - - - & don't overtighten.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

Use a regular oil filter strap wrench to get it off and replace it with the same type filter you have now...<br /><br />Counterclockwise, by the way... And only hand tighten it when you put it back on as Solittle said. Just like your cars oil filter...

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

It is a good idea to consider replacing that filter as part of your annual maintenance. There is a replacement filter available with a see-thru bowl at the bottom to keep tabs on any water intrusion into the fuel system.

 

[nightstalker]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

Thanks,<br /> I'll work on it this week and replace the filter.<br />Stalker

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

When you replace the cannister fuel filter, you can save yourself a little aggrivation by pre-filling it with fuel (w/proper oil mix if applicable, of course). Saves the fuel pump from having to fill it up before the fuel gets to the engine.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

Or just fill it up wth the primer bulb if it's before the filter..

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

The primer bulb will fill it even if its after the filter. It's still part of the sealed fuel line. It just takes a little while to draw up the half quart that the filter holds.

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

Quantumleap <br />True, very true. It sure will...

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: Water seperater or fuel filter

Yea - it's NBD, but it does work a little slicker if you just fill it up before screwing into place.