| Author | Message | ||
     Johnnylunchbox |
Out of curiosity what kind of in-line fuel filters are you guys running successfully? Actually let me know the unsuccessful ones too so I can avoid those LOL. | ||
| Rockbiter1 |
I would think that a inexpensive inline filter from AutoZone/O'Reilies/Pep Boys/Bobs House of Parts would work fine, its not like we buy farm gas for our bikes nowadays. Anyone actully having problems with dirty gas needs to switch brands. ALTHOUGH: I saw a K&N billet filter at AutoZone i'd like ot have...about $5 if i recall.... | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
I cant see any reason for using a filter,but if you did, any simple inline filter should be fine. The old air cooled VW inline filter should work ($1.50) as long as its not leaning against anything hot. I would stay away from anything over complicated.If it can unscrew (IE: replaceable innards), it probably will on its own from vibration! | ||
| Johnnylunchbox |
I agree that gas nowadays is super clean...but nozzles aren't always so clean and we might not notice. Not to mention if anything gets into the tank when it's open. Anyway I think a filter is good cheap insurance against a stuck float or a clogged jet. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
While I agree that an additional fuel filter is cheap insurance, you do know that there is a filter attached to the petcock inside the gas tank? | ||
| Johnnylunchbox |
I did not know that, but figured that there is a screen of some sort. I'm of the opinion that you should filter the smallest allowable particle without affecting fuel flow. | ||
| Tnthumper |
Gearhead, Would'nt an inline filter actually be better since you would not have to drain tank and remove petcock when it was dirty or to inspect? I was thinking of switching to an in-line filter myself. John | ||
| Ezblast |
yes | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
Well it would be easier. But first you have to remove the petcock filter or it will catch the dirt first. An additional in line filter is cheap insurance, but I think its unnecessary. In reality the Blast has a plastic gas tank. Contamination due to rust is virtually impossible so that leaves what to clog the filter? I think if it was an old motorcycle, concern would be valid but unless someone wants to contaminate your gas tank, I dont think its really a concern. | ||
| Tnthumper |
Understood,was just trying to ease future maintenance.Was gonna remove screen next time I have petcock out to inspect screen anyway.But wanted input. Same with pro-series exhaust,does not get in way of primary drain plug so it makes servicing primary easier and less time consuming. John | ||
| Sleez |
i was using an inline filter on the S1W, and it would starve the engine at higher revs, don't know the brand, it was one of those chrome and clear ones, put on a blue anodized one, no problems, so much for chrome!!! | ||
| Marijane0569 |
Well Sleez, old hot rodders have a saying "CHROME don't get you home" ; Besides it is such a P.I.T.A. to keep clean and shiny. |
