Author Topic: Changing the fuel filter? (Read 4809 times)

ricosuave · « **on:** March 06, 2006, 12:21:00 pm »

Hi all,

I wanted to know if anyone had any thoughts on the fuel filter assembly on sale at princess auto for 29.99.

(See page 15 of the flyer - princess auto number 2460036 or 2461226, depending on port size)
http://members.shaw.ca/DL0006/flyer_english.pdf

I was wondering if anyone has used this one - I was thinking of changing out the one in my 97 idi.

I would appreciate any and all comments ASAP!
Thanks,
rico

wyldman · « **Reply #1 on:** March 06, 2006, 05:45:40 pm »

That filter isn't bad,but why switch ?

The OEM filter is more than enough,why mess with a good thing ?

ricosuave · « **Reply #2 on:** March 07, 2006, 08:51:13 am »

because the filter elements are much cheaper to replace?

wyldman · « **Reply #3 on:** March 07, 2006, 10:14:21 am »

Fuel filters last a pretty long time on these little diesels,as long as you have a good fuel source.The little bit you will save on filters will take a while to recoup.

Don't forget,you will have to cut and modify the OEM plastic lines,and buy fittings,clamps,etc.It may not also fit in the OEM location,so you may need to relocate it.

I still don't think it's worth it.

ricosuave · « **Reply #4 on:** March 07, 2006, 11:14:31 am »

anyone know what the micron size is on the oem filters?

lots of tdi guys upgrade to a cummins filter for removal efficiency and the cheaper cost of filters, thought this may be in the same vein...

rico

ricosuave · « **Reply #5 on:** March 07, 2006, 11:14:36 pm »

anyone with thoughts that have tried a system like that?

jtanguay · « **Reply #6 on:** March 08, 2006, 03:40:53 pm »

I'm with rico on this one. All I have is two generic lines going to and from my filter. If another brand will do the same exact thing then why not? as long as its not much bigger than the OEM, it should fit nicely with a custom bracket of some sort.

I cant find a '92 diesel filter for my car, and when I do its not the same type (has some extra fitting on the top thats made for a newer 1.9 that can let air in when cold)

changing the diesel filter is a really good idea considering how dirty our diesel is here in NA compared to Europe.

I think its 30 micron for diesel. Anything smaller and you would need to change it more often. (I guess this would be good reason to change to biodiesel)

firestorm13666 · « **Reply #7 on:** March 09, 2006, 07:16:34 pm »

what do you guys think of this filter?http://www.phoenixpump.net/goldenrod.htm?

wyldman · « **Reply #8 on:** March 09, 2006, 08:01:05 pm »

That's pretty much the same Goldenrod filter that he was talking about about.

Remember the fittings on it are HUGE,like 3/4 NPT or something.You will need a bunch of adapters and barbed fittings to make it work.I don't think it will go in the OEM location,it's too big.

It's more for filtering diesel on big equipment,or on transfer pumps.

If you shop around,you should be able to find a normal VW fuel filter for your car for less then $15.00.That's pretty cheap,and they last a long time.I'm pretty sure the OEM filter is at least 10 microns.

firestorm13666 · « **Reply #9 on:** March 09, 2006, 08:14:01 pm »

I have looked around for one for my Golf but they want $45 and the have to order it.That one i posted was like $35 has 1inch NPT,and i think no more the 6inchs longer then stock.I am just trying to find a ezer to find filter and if it's cheaper then thats better yet.

wyldman · « **Reply #10 on:** March 09, 2006, 08:33:21 pm »

www.vwdieselparts.com has them for $23.00 or so.

www.altrom.com has them for $16.00.

Those are both list prices,you may be able to get a discount if you order a couple,or get a shop to order them for you.

ricosuave · « **Reply #11 on:** March 09, 2006, 09:47:45 pm »

Quote from: "wyldman"

That's pretty much the same Goldenrod filter that he was talking about about.

Remember the fittings on it are HUGE,like 3/4 NPT or something.You will need a bunch of adapters and barbed fittings to make it work.I don't think it will go in the OEM location,it's too big.

It's more for filtering diesel on big equipment,or on transfer pumps.

If you shop around,you should be able to find a normal VW fuel filter for your car for less then $15.00.That's pretty cheap,and they last a long time.I'm pretty sure the OEM filter is at least 10 microns.

the one from pricess auto comes in two sizes, 3/4 npt and 1/2 npt

firestorm13666 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 09, 2006, 10:20:20 pm »

do you have a link for the one form pricess auto?

wyldman · « **Reply #13 on:** March 09, 2006, 11:22:22 pm »

Link is at the top of the page,it's listed in the PDF flyer.

ricosuave · « **Reply #14 on:** March 11, 2006, 10:03:45 am »

hey all, turns out that is a typo in the flyer

they only offer 1" and 3/4" npt

im sure that its possible to bring it down, someone might have even done so, but it was too much hassle for me.

i still think this is a great option if someone can find a smaller inlet and outlet port size, filters are only 6 bucks at pa (maybe cheaper elsewhere) too

rico