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Date:         Sat, 5 Sep 2015 10:41:59 -0700
Reply-To:     Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@Q.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@Q.COM>
Subject:      Re: Fuel filter upgrade kit tips wanted
Comments: To: Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <CAHTkEuJKKeRfzZ4KjyZNJwkuUr99u4Yaf03Wgn4M-+c-CAm2Nw@mail.gmail.com>
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Pencils. Golf tees too small for 7mm lines.

Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus

> On Sep 5, 2015, at 9:09 AM, Don Hanson <dhanson928@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > couple of tips for this task: Watch out for residual fuel pressure > squirting gasoline into your face from the hose exiting outlet side of the

> fuel pump. (2) Golf tees make great handy plugs for your fuel lines as > you work on the system... a golf tee inserted in the open fuel hose end > will keep the lines from dripping or leaking as you have them disconnected. > >> On Sat, Sep 5, 2015 at 8:25 AM, Eric Caron <ecaron1@comcast.net> wrote: >> >> Hi folks, >> >> I have been wanting to install a fuel filter upgrade kit for some >> time. I have a 85 Wesfalia with the square pre pump filter. I purchased a >> upgrade kit but it has no instructions with it. >> >> The kit has two lengths of hose one larger then the other. a small adaptor >> that looks to me like it might connect a large hose to a small one. It >> comes with a canister fuel filter and a zip tie. >> >> thats it. Not sure where I purchased it from but it was either Van Cafe >> or bus Depot. I’m thinking bus Depot. If Van cafe i would just call for >> instructions as they give me technical support for such items.. >> >> I also purchased separately a used bracket for the canister filter and my

>> frame has the cut outs to mount it. >> >> I’ve never done a job like this so tips on how to proceed are appreciated. >> >> there may be a picture of the kit at Bus Depot. maybe even pictures that >> show the install, but I need a verbal description. >> >> Tips are appreciated. >> >> I’m feeling pretty good about my skills after the recent break >> improvements and shock install and would like to keep the momentum going.

>> >> Eric Caron >> 85 gL Auto Westfalia >>


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