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11-03-2012, 04:46 PM
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How to change fuel filter without losing prime ?
I have a 1976 Newell with a Cummins diesel engine. The fuel filters are standard screw-on canister type. They are hanging above the level of the motor
Is there any way to change them without losing the prime?
Cliff Robinson
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Cliff Robinson
1976 Newell Coach W/Cummins Engine
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11-03-2012, 06:28 PM
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Welcome Cliff,
Just Fill the filter as full as you can and thread it on. Fire the engine up and use a fair amount of rpm right from start. Presto change-o and no priming nightmare. Good Luck
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11-03-2012, 06:36 PM
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This might be overkill for you, but i've found it saves me a lot of headaches. You can insert a little 12 volt rattle pump from NAPA in-line before (or even after) the filter and prime it that way. Disconnect the fuel line on the out-side of the filter, turn on the pump and purge the air out that way. Have a container to catch any fuel that comes out, reconnect the hose and you are air free.
Phil
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11-03-2012, 07:35 PM
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Our '82 has a Pneumatic Governor. Like stated above prime the new filters but I also use the auxiliary compressor to make sure that I can use the throttle.
Like Sean said Presto Change-o!
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11-08-2012, 07:26 PM
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I followed the advice given by you members and my filter change went flawlessly.
Cliff
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1976 Newell Coach W/Cummins Engine
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