Aftermarket fuel filter install: who's done it and other questions.

[FTG-05]

I want to install an auxiliary fuel filter in my 6.0. Since I already have an extra fuel filter mount, I plan to put this kit together myself vs. buying a kit from Dieselsite etc.

Anyone know of a writeup that's already been done? I specifically want to know where to intercept the fuel (i.e. cut the fuel lines), what size fuel lines I have on my '06 6.0 and whether or not I need one of the fuel line disconnector tools. Any other info would be great.

Thanks,

Al

 

[CHPMustang]

I want to say with confidence that the fuel line size going to the fuel pump is 5/16.

I mounted the Dahl 100 with Tbar's help right behind the transfer case.I have pics up somewhere in a recent thread.

The Dahl 100 kit from Dieselsite was the best way for us as it's one stop shopping with everything needed for our particular install.

 

[FTG-05]

Thanks! I checked with a micorometer and confirmed that the 6.0 lines are 5/16".

What filter element do you have in your Dahl unit?

Thanks for the help.

Al

 

[CHPMustang]

Hey Al,I'm using the 2 micron unit filter in the Dahl 100

http://www.dieselsite.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=38

 

[FTG-05]

And this 2 micron filter is located pre-pump? If so, do you use a vacuum gague to monitor filter performance or as aid to tell when it's starting to get clogged?

I'm planning dual 5 micron filters in parallel, but I'm a little worried about starving the pump with 5's.

 

[CHPMustang]

I have mine prepump. I wouldn't worry about starvation,I have the 2 micron and the fuel psi went up 3-4 psi at the OEM fuel filter.

No vacuum gauge,I'm going to change the filter cartridge every 10k miles whether it needs it or not.

Thread with pics.

 

[bushpilot]

TWO filters isnt enough already ???

 

[Fire1]

I'm also running a 2 micron Dahl 100 pre-pump. I monitor the pressure at the factory filter and change around 10,000 mile or if the pressure drops. No problems. Been doing it for 2 years now.

 

[bushpilot]

I'm also running a 2 micron Dahl 100 pre-pump. I monitor the pressure at the factory filter and change around 10,000 mile or if the pressure drops. No problems. Been doing it for 2 years now.

i could see doing that in the 7.3L since theres only ONE fuel filter
(and as i understand it, not the best one out there).

but the 6.0 already is filtered TWICE

 

[FTG-05]

I have mine prepump. I wouldn't worry about starvation,I have the 2 micron and the fuel psi went up 3-4 psi at the OEM fuel filter.

No vacuum gauge,I'm going to change the filter cartridge every 10k miles whether it needs it or not.

Thread with pics.

Thanks! Where did you intercept the OEM fuel lines? I also take it that since yours is a 7.3, you removed the screen in the fuel tank or is that a bad assumption?


Bushpilot, two isn't enough for me. I plan to five total when I'm done.

Thanks,

Al