Spizzer wrote:
FIRE UP wrote:
In the end, I installed "TWO VALVES". One on the inlet side of the only filter I have, and one on the outlet side. That way I'm covered if fuel wants to flow in any direction.
As for the OP, what's needed is for you to take a real close look at where that pump will go on your engine in relation to the close proximity of the engine bay walls that your coach builder installed. Some have more clearance than others.
Chris's suggestion for a remote install is a good one, but, if that's your only alternative, do follow Bretts advice in that, there is a specific sequence of fuel flow in that system. Good luck.
Scott
Scott, great idea, but I have a couple of questions.......
Does closing the valves keep air from getting in the system at the secondary filter, to? I can see it keeps it from flowing back towards the primary, but how about forward into the pump and ejector portion, or is that not an issue?
Next do you happen to know the thread and fitting sizes for your setup? Are the valves anything special?
Thanks, jeff
Jeff,
Sorry for the late reply. Yes, having a valve on each side of that filter housing, stops the flow of fuel, in any direction. Then, while not advised, you CAN take your time in changing filters, prefilling etc. The valves I chose, were not cheap. I paid about $14.00 each. You can get way cheaper valves at Home Depot and they're tolerant of diesel fuel etc. They're anywhere from $6.00 to $8.00 and, the fittings and adapters are way cheaper there too. I've got about $60.00 wrapped up in the valve assembly setup.
If you went with Home Depot, or Lowes etc. you'd most likely get the same exact setup done for way less than half of what I paid. Now, as for the size of the threads etc. I was a bit confused when I was looking but, the gent at the hydraulics shop where I purchased all the components, straightened me out on all of it. All that's needed is, for you to remove one or two of the fittings etc. that you'll be replacing and take them to whatever shop/facility that you'll be purchasing the valves at, and they'll help with the attaining the correct size and thread of all the components needed. Sorry I couldn't be of more help here.
Scott
