Perfect video that shows the normal struggle on every project, not some cleaned up, edited, sanitized version. Watching you struggle to get those fittings off helped me to do it and not give up. Thanks!
I took an old door panel tool and put it behind my plastic fuel tool. Great leverage and Worked out great. I also use a touch of parts cleaner to get the gunk out first. Lord forbid that crap goes in the line. Great video buddy. You always cure my boredom with your videos.
My wife gifted me an old 95 F-350 Dually crew cab and said the previous owner said the fuel filter needed replaced. They tried changing it themselves and broke both the connectors off. So this video showed me what to expect. I already have a new fuel filter but I haven't tried to examine the old filter yet and see what all damage has been done because of the heat.
"Hmmm.This guy is fightin me. This is a pain. Sometimes it's not very fun." My thoughts exactly. Good Video. 96 Ford f250. used the scissors. To persuade the removal I sprayed brake clean and then lubed. then rotated slightly left to right to loosen. Repeated several times then finally they moved well enough i could position the tool easily sliding in and out. Bam. On reinstall I coated with Electra Coat spray. It's made for electrical but I've used this stuff on other applications. Stops corrosion, water and dirt. So the next time it Will be easier to remove. Again. Good video. I subscribed just to here your comments.
Awesome. My fuel lines won't let go and about 4 people have tried over the course of 3 days to remove the fuel filter from mine. But the whole underside of my truck is heavily rusted so a couple of people said the previous owner must have dealt or worked where they got around a lot of salt.
This is one of those projects where you think it’s gonna be easy but it ends up being a nightmare if you’ve never done it before. I decided to take this on two years ago and I bought a special tool and all that. I had no idea what I was doing And I ended up losing both O-rings. I live in the middle of nowhere so you can see where this is going. Eventually I track down some O-rings and if I remember right I borrowed someone’s car to go pick them up 20 miles away. Nobody had them!
I did a whole brake overhaul today on my dads blazer today and it was significantly easier than getting the fuel fitler off my ford f150. low pressure side came right off. Im still struggling to get the high pressure side off. What happens is there is a rubber gasket that gets stuck and even though you get your disconnect tool in the slot you are fighting an old seized gasket.
Just a little info for anyone trying to do this in below freezing weather. If you buy the plastic fuel disconnect tool there’s a very high chance that it will crack when pushing it onto the fuel filter. If you keep it inside before hand it will be fine though
My 97 F250 keeps losing fuel pressure after sitting for the night. Have to cycle 3-4 times to start. I changed out the fuel pressure regulator but no change. Think it could be the filter before the pump?
If the filter was plugged the truck would run bad all the time. Did you put a pressure gauge on the fuel Schrader valve and see what it was before pumping? Maybe the pump is leaking internally and loosing prime over night. If you just turn the key to on, can you hear the pump run?
@@QuickSpeedShop thanks for the reply. No haven’t checked pressure with gauge. Yes, when I turn the key, I can hear the pump. I agree, don’t think it is the filter but trying to rule out things before lowering tank or taking bed off. Any suggests on identifying fuel pump assembly replacements?
I buy all my parts from Rock Auto. There you can see manufacturers and pay price point you want vs parts store where you're pretty much stuck with whatever brand they sell.
Question. When i removed the cab side line to the retaining clip ripped out. Which way do the legs face? The line or the filter. Also where are the orings. I haven’t looked hard but are they back in the narrow part of the fitting. Thanks
The o rings are in the fittings on the fuel lines. The retaining clip, the roundish part clips around the line and the longer part with the teeth hangs over the end of the fitting, facing the filter.
tried mine today and the tool went in. i just could NOT get it to push enough to release. so. guess ill just try again tomorrow. was afraid of breaking something with how hard i was wrenching.
Did this today... Took me 2+hours of pure dee STRUGGLING...Was 'bout ta give up....Then, that sucka felt sorry for me and the back nipple finally let loose....All that Real Estate on the Frame Rail, and they locate the dang thang in this tite space.....Uggghh!!!😡😡😡😡
Is it the same process for a diesel? I have a 92 diesel f250 with a fuel filter light and dont want to pay for a mechanic to do it but also dont want to screw anything up
Thank you so much. I had a stroke a couple of years ago and now looking at my fuel filter, am thinking what the f@-_ . Thats how i did it last time. Thanks again. i jave the 2nd tank also hands are way to big. plus i couldnt find jumbo fuel line tool. 4-5in is not long enough. only video i have seen do it like you. crazy how much you can forget after a stroke.
What made you think fuel filter? I'm bring back to life a 96 f250 5.8. I got it running and thanks to your video I'll be putting a new fuel filter on tonight.
@@QuickSpeedShop ok. I think I'm gonna need to swap the fuel pumps as well. Running rough on front tank and bogs down when I switch to rear. Thanks for your time. Good video.
@@QuickSpeedShop I have an old 88 f250 and it has two filters , the 2nd unknown one is housed inside the junction for the 2 tank switching housing . I was stranded in Victorville for an entire day with 4 mechanics working on my truck, tried everything . At closing time , an old timer came in and told them about a hockey puck sized filter that was inside the 2tank housing and the round part on the bottom was threaded and it rotated right off . That filter was so filthy , it weighed as much AS a hockey puck !
Use Motorcradt fuel filter. It makes job easier! Aftermarket can be difficult to remove! Bleed pressure off Schrader valve prior and wear safety goggles!
Fords better idea. If they would have moved the filter a few inches forward in the frame . It would made it easy to replace the filter, since it wouldn't be behind the fuel tank. Also the bracket holding the fuel filter is a "fight" to get the filter out. I dread having to change the filter every time.
Seems if you depressurize the line, it takes the pressure off the fitting and makes it a easier to release it. Maybe why the back fitting comes off easier- no pressure on it? Just a thought.👍🇺🇸
Not likely. More likely it is a dirty air filter, old plug wires, corroded distributor cap and rotor, or worn out spark plugs. I'd do a comprehensive tune up on the truck which could also include a fuel filter if you don't have any idea the last time it was changed.
They can be really tough sometimes. I have both the fuel disconnect tools, the colored plastic ones and the metal scissor type. Sometimes I have had to make my own tool by wrapping a thin piece of sheet metal around the tubing and pushing it in with pliers.
Got it done , but damnnnmmm. Designed complete truck and couldn't add another couple inches of fuel line? That as ridiculous. But was sure needed , filter was VERY dirty.
@@QuickSpeedShop I have an 88 F250 and it does indeed have 2 filters, one on the frame rail and the other one inside the housing where the tank selector housing is. (The bottom is round and an oil filter wrench will take it right off , filter is about the size of a hockey puck .
This dang sucka will make you start cussing and lose your religion....Somebody should find out who design this crap like this and git some Payback...!!!!!... 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬😡😡😡😡😡😡!!!!
Perfect video that shows the normal struggle on every project, not some cleaned up, edited, sanitized version. Watching you struggle to get those fittings off helped me to do it and not give up. Thanks!
They are always a struggle!
Thank you for including the struggling time. It showed what I was up against. Very helpful video
Struggling time builds strong knuckles though. 😂
Some men tell me they don't even have to use a wrench and can get them off on the ford 150ies
I took an old door panel tool and put it behind my plastic fuel tool. Great leverage and Worked out great. I also use a touch of parts cleaner to get the gunk out first. Lord forbid that crap goes in the line. Great video buddy. You always cure my boredom with your videos.
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My wife gifted me an old 95 F-350 Dually crew cab and said the previous owner said the fuel filter needed replaced. They tried changing it themselves and broke both the connectors off. So this video showed me what to expect. I already have a new fuel filter but I haven't tried to examine the old filter yet and see what all damage has been done because of the heat.
Just bought ordered a new filter and the tool. Thank you for your video!
"Hmmm.This guy is fightin me. This is a pain. Sometimes it's not very fun." My thoughts exactly. Good Video. 96 Ford f250. used the scissors. To persuade the removal I sprayed brake clean and then lubed. then rotated slightly left to right to loosen. Repeated several times then finally they moved well enough i could position the tool easily sliding in and out. Bam. On reinstall I coated with Electra Coat spray. It's made for electrical but I've used this stuff on other applications. Stops corrosion, water and dirt. So the next time it Will be easier to remove.
Again. Good video. I subscribed just to here your comments.
Awesome. My fuel lines won't let go and about 4 people have tried over the course of 3 days to remove the fuel filter from mine. But the whole underside of my truck is heavily rusted so a couple of people said the previous owner must have dealt or worked where they got around a lot of salt.
I was having trouble removing the line using the 5/16 but once I switched to 3/8 it came off very easy
This is one of those projects where you think it’s gonna be easy but it ends up being a nightmare if you’ve never done it before. I decided to take this on two years ago and I bought a special tool and all that. I had no idea what I was doing And I ended up losing both O-rings. I live in the middle of nowhere so you can see where this is going. Eventually I track down some O-rings and if I remember right I borrowed someone’s car to go pick them up 20 miles away. Nobody had them!
Been many years since I done one of them. thanks for the video
Nice! Good tutorial, plus a great camera view, thanks
my dad made me look up this video for him and he enjoyed it 👍🏼
I just purchased a 93 Ford F150 5.0 and bought a new fuel filter I need to install. Good video and of course it is not a fun job. Thank you.
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Awesome easy to follow video!
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I did a whole brake overhaul today on my dads blazer today and it was significantly easier than getting the fuel fitler off my ford f150. low pressure side came right off. Im still struggling to get the high pressure side off. What happens is there is a rubber gasket that gets stuck and even though you get your disconnect tool in the slot you are fighting an old seized gasket.
I squirt WD-40 where you put the tool in on the old one and blow it out with air to remove any dirt. The tool works much better after that.
I get Scotty vibes from that intro! I like it lol
You make it look easy!!! Thanks!!
Just a little info for anyone trying to do this in below freezing weather. If you buy the plastic fuel disconnect tool there’s a very high chance that it will crack when pushing it onto the fuel filter. If you keep it inside before hand it will be fine though
My 97 F250 keeps losing fuel pressure after sitting for the night. Have to cycle 3-4 times to start. I changed out the fuel pressure regulator but no change. Think it could be the filter before the pump?
If the filter was plugged the truck would run bad all the time. Did you put a pressure gauge on the fuel Schrader valve and see what it was before pumping? Maybe the pump is leaking internally and loosing prime over night. If you just turn the key to on, can you hear the pump run?
@@QuickSpeedShop thanks for the reply. No haven’t checked pressure with gauge. Yes, when I turn the key, I can hear the pump. I agree, don’t think it is the filter but trying to rule out things before lowering tank or taking bed off. Any suggests on identifying fuel pump assembly replacements?
I buy all my parts from Rock Auto. There you can see manufacturers and pay price point you want vs parts store where you're pretty much stuck with whatever brand they sell.
@@QuickSpeedShop thanks man
Question. When i removed the cab side line to the retaining clip ripped out. Which way do the legs face? The line or the filter. Also where are the orings. I haven’t looked hard but are they back in the narrow part of the fitting.
Thanks
The o rings are in the fittings on the fuel lines. The retaining clip, the roundish part clips around the line and the longer part with the teeth hangs over the end of the fitting, facing the filter.
Ok thank you
tried mine today and the tool went in. i just could NOT get it to push enough to release. so. guess ill just try again tomorrow. was afraid of breaking something with how hard i was wrenching.
Did this today... Took me 2+hours of pure dee STRUGGLING...Was 'bout ta give up....Then, that sucka felt sorry for me and the back nipple finally let loose....All that Real Estate on the Frame Rail, and they locate the dang thang in this tite space.....Uggghh!!!😡😡😡😡
That rear clip is a pain. There's no room to get the hose release tool in
Is it the same process for a diesel? I have a 92 diesel f250 with a fuel filter light and dont want to pay for a mechanic to do it but also dont want to screw anything up
I don't know. I've never worked on a diesel.
Im doing this on my 93 f150 my dumbass didnt know i needed that tool so i was down there for a good 15 minutes jigglin it for no reason
Jigglin it for no reason...that's what she said.
Haha
Thank you so much. I had a stroke a couple of years ago and now looking at my fuel filter, am thinking what the f@-_ . Thats how i did it last time. Thanks again. i jave the 2nd tank also hands are way to big. plus i couldnt find jumbo fuel line tool. 4-5in is not long enough. only video i have seen do it like you. crazy how much you can forget after a stroke.
Good luck and I hope you make a 100% recovery after your stroke!
still cant get the back hose i had to give up after couple hrs to put it back together.
It's hard being stuck near the tank.
What engine F250 is this for? I was under the understanding that the 7.3 Powerstoke only had a fuel filter on the top of the engine.
5.8L
@@QuickSpeedShop AHHHH ok. I just bought a 7.3 and got worried I missed something in all my research. Thanks!
What made you think fuel filter? I'm bring back to life a 96 f250 5.8. I got it running and thanks to your video I'll be putting a new fuel filter on tonight.
My truck has almost 200k on it. I didn't have any idea how many miles were on the filter so changed it for that reason.
@@QuickSpeedShop Thank you for the feedback! I started following you on IG as well!
Thanks! Very detailed.
Does this procedure the same on a 1994 Ford F-150 XLT FLARESIDE EXTENDED CAB, FRAME MOUNTED FUEL FILTER?
Yes
Very helpful thank you
WHAT!! No cut & bleeding knuckles!?! No fuel in the eyes?! No cussing?! This video clip sucks!! 😂
Thanks for the how-too.
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Was the truck running rough before the swap?
No, but has 200k on it and I had no idea how old the filter was.
@@QuickSpeedShop ok. I think I'm gonna need to swap the fuel pumps as well. Running rough on front tank and bogs down when I switch to rear. Thanks for your time. Good video.
Is there 2 fuel filters if you have the 2 tank truck? Or still just the one?
Just the one on the frame.
@@QuickSpeedShop I have an old 88 f250 and it has two filters , the 2nd unknown one is housed inside the junction for the 2 tank switching housing . I was stranded in Victorville for an entire day with 4 mechanics working on my truck, tried everything . At closing time , an old timer came in and told them about a hockey puck sized filter that was inside the 2tank housing and the round part on the bottom was threaded and it rotated right off . That filter was so filthy , it weighed as much AS a hockey puck !
I can’t get it back on the washers and orings came out how do I order a new line or the hardware?
They make repair fittings. You might have to cut the line and install a new end.
Is this just for single tank trucks? What if you have 2?
My truck is dual tank. Only one filter on either 1 or 2 tank trucks.
Do you know what it is the size of both sides of the tool that you used in the video?
3/8" and 5/16"
@@QuickSpeedShop Thanks a lot
Use Motorcradt fuel filter. It makes job easier! Aftermarket can be difficult to remove! Bleed pressure off Schrader valve prior and wear safety goggles!
This is funny as hell because I’m replacing mine on my 95 250 project truck that also has 179k miles😂
Nice
So what should I do if the connector is flush to it on one side and the tool won’t go in at all?
I don't know what you mean. Flush to what?
Try to spray it inside each in with W D 40 put straw on the can
Have changed many, SHEELY BAMMMM..!
Gas or diesel? I thought the 7.3 only had the one center of the engine?
5.8L gas
Mine pretty much the same with a 300 I6
Boom just like that bam
Fords better idea. If they would have moved the filter a few inches forward in the frame . It would made it easy to replace the filter, since it wouldn't be behind the fuel tank. Also the bracket holding the fuel filter is a "fight" to get the filter out. I dread having to change the filter every time.
We can Thank Henry for that I guess
Thank you
Why do they call those connectors quick release. I have the same problem with mine.
Cause it's quick to make a man Mad
I’ve heard you have to depressurize the fuel system first
Not necessary, just have a pan to catch the little bit of gas that comes out.
Seems if you depressurize the line, it takes the pressure off the fitting and makes it a easier to release it. Maybe why the back fitting comes off easier- no pressure on it? Just a thought.👍🇺🇸
C'mon man.. Go you know the thing.... What fun would that be 😅
Is a filter the reason why my truck hesitates to accelerate?
Not likely. More likely it is a dirty air filter, old plug wires, corroded distributor cap and rotor, or worn out spark plugs. I'd do a comprehensive tune up on the truck which could also include a fuel filter if you don't have any idea the last time it was changed.
Clean the fittings up with carb cleaner helps me
Kinda the same for me, a nice gas bath just to replace a fuel filter.
What if it doesn't release then what.i get one side off but the other just won't release the springs
They can be really tough sometimes. I have both the fuel disconnect tools, the colored plastic ones and the metal scissor type. Sometimes I have had to make my own tool by wrapping a thin piece of sheet metal around the tubing and pushing it in with pliers.
Can you do it without the special tool
I doubt it.
Small screw driver if you good with one
Got it done , but damnnnmmm. Designed complete truck and couldn't add another couple inches of fuel line? That as ridiculous. But was sure needed , filter was VERY dirty.
Dirty inside or out ??
Pull the fuel pump relay and run it dry 1st 💪
how many miles before replacement ?
I'd say 20-30k
mine is zip tied, has no bracket and no clips
Sounds like someone was there before. I wouldn't run it without clips unless you want the line to blow apart.
The designers moving that filter up about a foot would’ve been too easy! And then they wonder why they don’t get changed as often as they should!
Dang That Filter is in a Tight Place My 98 Ford F-150 4.6 was a Much Easier to Pull Out 😮😊
Thanks I gotta do this on my 96
I can run my back tank just fine the front only works on idle or sometimes in drive... its a 1997 there has to be 2 fuel filters
I would suspect the front tank pump is bad or there is something stuck in the sending unit. As far as I know there is only one filter.
@@QuickSpeedShop I have an 88 F250 and it does indeed have 2 filters, one on the frame rail and the other one inside the housing where the tank selector housing is. (The bottom is round and an oil filter wrench will take it right off , filter is about the size of a hockey puck .
OOPS ! Already told the story !
Gas or diesel.
Gas.
This dang sucka will make you start cussing and lose your religion....Somebody should find out who design this crap like this and git some Payback...!!!!!... 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬😡😡😡😡😡😡!!!!
You wouldn't talk Bad about Henry would you ?
i can’t get mine off
They are a struggle sometimes
It's got to come off tho
The owner of that truck must work in an oil field ! I've never seen a more oily undercarriage ever !
Its coated with a rust protection product called Fluid Film. It's not oil, its lanolin from sheep wool.
For the life of me I cannot seem to get the inlet side off. F*** this is brutal.
They can be tough
that would have been easier if you had changed it once in a while, lol.
Well since I didn't buy the truck until it already had 166,000 miles on it would have been kind of hard for me to change it sooner.
no smoking
Stay 6 inches away and you'll be fine...
Bam bammalam
too much bullshit i am not doing that my wife can pay a mechanic.
Ahh come on now you can do it get tuff o lord I got to tackle it on a 96 XL first time so I got to get tuff
You can do it
This job sucks.