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Fuel filter
#508404
10/01/04 10:31 PM
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Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 20
OP
Need a Spot
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95 T100.... Having a stubborn time breaking the line free from the fuel filter and trying not to round off the 14mm nuts that secure both ends. I did manage to free up one end using a 'little' heat from a propane torch [flame at LOWEST possible setting] on the threaded inlet part of filter but the other end is not cooperating. Besides cleaning the area up with a wire brush and using a penetrating oil [BLASTER] does anyone have success using other methods to break these lines free?.......Normally I would just use more heat [expansion/contraction/repeat] but being a fuel line I've only heated it enough to where its still touchable. Thanks.
Mine- 95 T100 4X4 Wife- 97 Rav 4
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: letmrun]
#508405
10/01/04 10:36 PM
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Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 1,921
Body Damage is Cool
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Heat? Flame? Torch? YIKES. Not the best place to be doing that! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />
From what I've heard, PB or the stealership is your only recourse... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />
4xGeek (Chris) '97 T-100 4wd sr5-suto, 3" BL, 1.5" BJ spacers, 35" ProComp AT's, 4.88's, Bilsteins x 6, etc... No longer stuck in SoCal!!
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: letmrun]
#508406
10/01/04 10:36 PM
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Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 3,466
Roll Me Over
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we've all been there. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Scott Landon 1995 T100 - total buildup underway 1988 4Runner (22RE, W56) - new DD 2005 Dodge CTD 4x4 - Tow Beast 1990 Spec Miata 2010 GT3 2013 E92 M3
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: surlynkid]
#508407
10/01/04 10:38 PM
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Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 1,921
Body Damage is Cool
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Not all... Some have decided to leave well enough alone (for now, at least). <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Then again, I'm only now @ 94k... But she's still gettin' gas now, so I ain't gonna mess with it just yet.
4xGeek (Chris) '97 T-100 4wd sr5-suto, 3" BL, 1.5" BJ spacers, 35" ProComp AT's, 4.88's, Bilsteins x 6, etc... No longer stuck in SoCal!!
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: letmrun]
#508408
10/01/04 11:14 PM
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Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 158
Wheeler
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The fuel filters on Toyota looks so easy as it's right along the side of the frame. Will, the last time I changed the fuel filter, it took me the whole afternoon after stripping the connectors. I ended up paying the local garage to finish the job, and about a $100 for new brake lines and labor.
This is one easy job that's best left to the professionals. Good luck.
02 Tacoma Double Cab TRD Prerunner .. just added 3" lift .. more to come
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: letmrun]
#508409
10/01/04 11:55 PM
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Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 3,466
Roll Me Over
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mine was the huge PITA you hear about. my brother's was a piece of cake. who knows.
Scott Landon 1995 T100 - total buildup underway 1988 4Runner (22RE, W56) - new DD 2005 Dodge CTD 4x4 - Tow Beast 1990 Spec Miata 2010 GT3 2013 E92 M3
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: surlynkid]
#508410
10/02/04 06:36 AM
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Anonymous
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Are you using a wrench to stabilize the filter and another line wrench to loosen the line fitting? I just changed the fuel filter on my 1995 T100 and it only took about 45 minutes. The key is you need to use two wrenches and stabilize the filter, otherwise you'll just strip out the line fitting.
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Re: Fuel filter
#508411
10/02/04 01:39 PM
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Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 3,466
Roll Me Over
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Scott Landon 1995 T100 - total buildup underway 1988 4Runner (22RE, W56) - new DD 2005 Dodge CTD 4x4 - Tow Beast 1990 Spec Miata 2010 GT3 2013 E92 M3
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Re: Fuel filter
[Re: surlynkid]
#508412
10/02/04 01:45 PM
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Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 5,089
Trail Leader
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propane torch on the fuel line............ <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />
And then there was this thing called Darwin Awards and............ <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Fuel filter
#508413
10/02/04 01:48 PM
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Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 20
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Need a Spot
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Yes, using two wrenches is a must. Being a retired motorcycle mechanic [25 years] you do learn a few things. Thanks for the input though.
Mine- 95 T100 4X4 Wife- 97 Rav 4
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