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    1/21/2022 10:04 PM  #1

    Toploader
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    Cannister fuel filter replacement

    I have the fuel pump with cannister fuel filter.
    I want to swap out the fuel filter, but man is that cannister tough to unscrew by hand.
    Any ideas on why this is so and would a small strap wrench be ok to remove?

    1964-1/2 D Code Coupe - 289 V8, 4 Speed Toploader, 3.00 ratio rear, Autolite 4100 Carb, 15" tires, Pertronix ignition
     

    1/22/2022 2:05 AM  #2

    Ron68
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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    To keep the strap wrench handle from possibly crushing the can, I would suggest putting some sandpaper around the can then the strap wrench for a better grip.

    68 coupe - 351W, 4R70W, 9" 3.25 -- 65 convertible - 289 4v, C4, 8" 3.00
     

    1/22/2022 11:43 AM  #3

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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    Suggest starting with a little WD-40, or similar, on the threads, and giving it some time to soak.  Then keep the strap wrench around where the thread are located to avoid crushing the housing. 

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

    1/22/2022 9:20 PM  #4

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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    That cannister it TIGHT! I consider myself stronger than average too.
    I need to buy a new small strap wrench, and have another go, but is there a chance these cannisters are not meant to be removed?

    1964-1/2 D Code Coupe - 289 V8, 4 Speed Toploader, 3.00 ratio rear, Autolite 4100 Carb, 15" tires, Pertronix ignition
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    1/22/2022 10:29 PM  #5

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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    Is the fuel pump on the engine?  If not you may have to remove it and try to get it off by holding it in a vice.

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    1/23/2022 10:20 AM  #6

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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    Toploader wrote:

    That cannister it TIGHT! I consider myself stronger than average too.
    I need to buy a new small strap wrench, and have another go, but is there a chance these cannisters are not meant to be removed?

    To my knowledge this cannisters are removable. One check you could try is to look up the fuel pump & filter availability on RockAtuo, or any other parts site.  If they sell a filter for this pump, then the cannister is definitely removeable.

     

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

    1/23/2022 10:49 AM  #7

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    Re: Cannister fuel filter replacement

    I looked at the NPD catalog and the bowl and filter are available separately, you may have to destroy your original removing it and just buy a new one.🥵

    Good work ain't cheap, Cheap work ain't good!   Simple Man
     

     

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