Yes, its true, I am not mechanical but would like info on changing fuel filters as mine clog with some regularity. Aforementioned engine is ensconced in a 2006 HR Scepter. My recollection is to replace both filters (I see where they are and have the right Fleetguard filters) and turn ignition to the first position for some period of time to "prime" the filters with fuel. Am I close?
Count_D_Money wrote: Yes, its true, I am not mechanical but would like info on changing fuel filters as mine clog with some regularity. Aforementioned engine is ensconced in a 2006 HR Scepter. My recollection is to replace both filters (I see where they are and have the right Fleetguard filters) and turn ignition to the first position for some period of time to "prime" the filters with fuel. Am I close?
Yes, you're close, but you may have to first turn the ignition on/off 5 our 6 times before the initial start. Tha's how I do it, one minute on each time. Even then, the engine will run for three or four minutes, then quite. Second start-up and run have always been successful. Mine also has a cut-off valve right at the filter to stop the fuel from draining when the filter is removed. Also, I was told by a tech to run at fast idle and the engine will "burp" right past that air bubble and keep running. I'll try that the next time.
Larry, Debbie, Tiki and Tomi
USAF Retired
2003 36' Country Coach Allure #30856
2008 Tacoma Toad
SMI Air Force One toad brake
That's good that this has come up...I just purchased two Fleetgard Spares (including the updated fuel filter/water separator for the 2008 ISL) and according to Cummins...the six time prime method is the way they recommend it...although many people put CLEAN diesel into the filters--see other threads...but now I don't feel so hesitant about trying this six-twelve times with fast idle. I just don't want to be stuck in a tight spot when changing fuel filters.
The people at Cummins NJ (newark) were very nice and told me not to hesitate to call them if I need anything.
Stuart and Stella Denning
2009 Holiday Rambler Endeavor 41SKQ
The 3 Bulldogs (Summer, Sully, and Sierra)
2007 Saturn Vue (TOAD)
Count_D_Money wrote: Yes, its true, I am not mechanical but would like info on changing fuel filters as mine clog with some regularity. Aforementioned engine is ensconced in a 2006 HR Scepter. My recollection is to replace both filters (I see where they are and have the right Fleetguard filters) and turn ignition to the first position for some period of time to "prime" the filters with fuel. Am I close?
I'm surprised to hear that your filters clog with some regularity. Where have you been buying your diesel?
If you are buying clean fuel, you ought to be able to go several years before experiencing reduced fuel flow at full throttle - well before the filter actually clogs up.
Many posts on this forum recommend buying diesel only at clean name-brand truck stops with high traffic - but don't fill when they are having their tanks replenished.
Popsie wrote: Many posts on this forum recommend buying diesel only at clean name-brand truck stops with high traffic - but don't fill when they are having their tanks replenished.
Flying J when on road trips, but almost always at a high volume truck stop. I have 36,000 miles on coach so it gets used. Winter storage with full tank and biocide. Change filters as part of annual service.
Aside from those, I have had 2 occasions in 2 years where check engine light comes on with significant reduction in power. Problems resolve with new fuel filters (I plan on cutting those bad boys open the next time to see what is clogging them). So, on average I get 6 months on a set.
I'm thinking the same thing about filter clogging. I had ours changed at the 15K oil change and the tech said it didn't feel heavy at all. This one will go 30K before it is changed. He told me that most OTR trucks change their fuel filter only once or twice a year unless their fuel pressure gage show a drop.
Bob & Betsy - USN Ret'd '78 & FL LEO Ret'd '03 & FT Class of 2002 '05 HR Endeavor 40PRQ, 400 Cummins -With-'05 GMC Sierra SLT, CC, Z-71, the pusher & our '07 Arctic Cat 500A & '08 Suzuki KQ 400A, riding in the pusher. Where the wheels are stopped
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