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2011/03/08 14:39:08 (permalink)
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Mk1 Escort Fuel Filter

I noticed on the weekend my car doesn't have a fuel filter on it, so I was going to put one on.

I am just wondering what is the best spot for it. I was thinking before the fuel pump to stop any crap before it gets in there, but is a stock 1300 pump able to draw through a filter? Or is it better to put the filter in the line between the pump and the carby?
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    RE: Mk1 Escort Fuel Filter 2011/03/08 16:19:26 (permalink)
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    Pete,

    It depends on the type of fuel pump. The standard mechanical pump is a diagphragm pump, so it is less susceptible to crud in the fuel. In this situation a fuel filter between the pump and carbies will suffice.

    On the other hand, if you have an electric fuel pump, such as a Carter rotary pump, then you will need to install a high quality filter between the fuel tank and the pump so as to stop and crud in the fuel eroding the rotor.

    Cheers,

    Peter
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    RE: Mk1 Escort Fuel Filter 2011/03/08 16:28:52 (permalink)
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    Thanks Peter,

    Its just the standard mechanical pump, not the glass bowl type though. I think I'll put it in after the pump, that way it might be easier to get at to check too.

    Cheers,
    Pete.
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