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init6
Explorer
Aug 17, 2021

Workhorse W24 (8.1L) fuel filter

I saw a few posts about this subject but the links given in those older posts no longer work. My issue is this - I'm having a hard time finding the older 2005 Workhorse W24 chassis (gas 8.1L) fuel filters. Seems like they no longer make them. I'm even having a hard time finder the adapter so that I can use a more common filter that has 1 input and 1 output port (mind has 1 on the input and 2 on the output side). I'm guess that third connection is a return line. ANYWAY, I did come across this adapter and I'm wondering if anyone knows if this thing will work with the 2005 Pace Arrow - W24's.

Here is the link for it.

https://www.wheelerfleet.com/product/filter-kit-fuel/26878

If anyone has any experience with this I would love to hear about it. I believe if I had this adapter I could then use a newer 2 connection filter. As cheap as it is I would just buy the thing and try it but because my RV is 800 miles away in storage and when I go back to try to get this thing running correctly I will only have 1 day to do it otherwise I will have to leave it there again. So I need to show up with the right parts.

Thanks in advance
Picture of the filter type I need to match is here ->https://www.ultrarvproducts.com/image/cache//catalog/Products/Workhorse/Fuel%20Pumps/W8006889-location-800x800_0.jpg
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  • init6's avatar
    init6
    Explorer
    Oct 04, 2021
    ac1021 wrote:
    I just received an email from Wheeler Fleet. They have a replacement for the adapter. It's Wheeler Tru-fit. Item 2903-0000. I had the workhorse part on order through them and was told I could cancel the backorder and substitute this one. Its about $22.

    Now all I need are catalytic converters!! Rotten thieves.


    Yea I got the same email. Guess the original part is nearly impossible to get.
  • ac1021's avatar
    ac1021
    Explorer
    Oct 01, 2021
    I just received an email from Wheeler Fleet. They have a replacement for the adapter. It's Wheeler Tru-fit. Item 2903-0000. I had the workhorse part on order through them and was told I could cancel the backorder and substitute this one. Its about $22.

    Now all I need are catalytic converters!! Rotten thieves.
  • Rick_Jay's avatar
    Rick_Jay
    Explorer II
    Aug 19, 2021
    init6,

    Hopefully you don't NEED the fuel filter. Is the rig still running? If so, that takes a bit of the pressure off.

    I ordered a couple to keep on hand...just in case. I like to carry spare filters of all types as I travel, and I don't want to be stuck someplace because my adapter failed. Or perhaps somebody removed and disposed of my filter/adapter combo without my permission.

    Hopefully they'll be available soon and you can "get 'er done!".

    Those of you who have Workhorse motorhomes might want to check to see which fuel filter you have on your rig and/or whether an adapter has been installed. If you have an adapter installed and bring your rig in for service, make sure they don't toss out the adapter. If you have an original style fuel filter with the 3 ports on it, you should order one of these adapters as the original style fuel filter is no longer available.

    ~Rick
  • init6's avatar
    init6
    Explorer
    Aug 18, 2021
    ** Quick update **

    After ordering from Wheeler I got an email that the estimated 5 days to delivery wasn't going to happen due to the part being on back order. (same as you Rick) Which is what every other place on the web is saying. Looks like the part hasn't been made for a number of years. None of my local auto parts stores can get it either so I'm at a loss of where I can find one of these things (the adapter kit). The original filter has 3 connections and is not a removable piece on the end so I definitely need the adapter. The bad thing is my window of opportunity to go pick up my RV is a single day in October so I would like to buy one before then so that doesn't hang me up again.
  • Rick_Jay's avatar
    Rick_Jay
    Explorer II
    Aug 18, 2021
    init6,

    October should be about right. Here's the email I just received from their customer service:

    "Good afternoon,

    WHG481FK, filter kits are still on a national back order. Per the vendor, the delivery time has been pushed back to the end of October. We are trying to do our best to get these expedited for you. We apologize for the inconvenience but will continue to update you as we learn more.

    Thank you"

    I guess we just sit back and wait! LOL :)

    ~Rick
  • init6's avatar
    init6
    Explorer
    Aug 18, 2021
    All good Rick. I went ahead and ordered one and I'll try my luck in October when I get back to the RV.

    Cheers



    Rick Jay wrote:
    init6,

    My apologies, I didn't follow your first link. THAT is the part you need. I just went to the link in your post and that seems to be to a company where you can buy it. I was able to put an adapter in my cart. I will say, from memory, that it is quite a bit cheaper than what they were going for back in the mid-2000's. You might want to purchase a spare, just in case someone accidentally throws away. Heck...I may order one...just in case. :)

    I apologize for not following your link before I made the post above.

    Good Luck,

    ~Rick

    ON EDIT: I am going to order one for a spare, the shipping for under orders under $199 is $19.99. A bit steep, considering the size of the part. From what I remember, though, that plus the cost they're asking for the adapter is just about what they cost back in the mid-2000's.

    On second Edit: OK...this post cost me about $150! LOL I HATE paying more for shipping than the cost of the part, so I added some filters and miscellaneous items to the cart to balance out the shipping charge somewhat. Weird, I know. Pay $150 instead of under $40. But that's how I roll! It's the principal of the thing! LOL
  • Rick_Jay's avatar
    Rick_Jay
    Explorer II
    Aug 17, 2021
    init6,

    My apologies, I didn't follow your first link. THAT is the part you need. I just went to the link in your post and that seems to be to a company where you can buy it. I was able to put an adapter in my cart. I will say, from memory, that it is quite a bit cheaper than what they were going for back in the mid-2000's. You might want to purchase a spare, just in case someone accidentally throws away. Heck...I may order one...just in case. :)

    I apologize for not following your link before I made the post above.

    Good Luck,

    ~Rick

    ON EDIT: I am going to order one for a spare, the shipping for under orders under $199 is $19.99. A bit steep, considering the size of the part. From what I remember, though, that plus the cost they're asking for the adapter is just about what they cost back in the mid-2000's.

    On second Edit: OK...this post cost me about $150! LOL I HATE paying more for shipping than the cost of the part, so I added some filters and miscellaneous items to the cart to balance out the shipping charge somewhat. Weird, I know. Pay $150 instead of under $40. But that's how I roll! It's the principal of the thing! LOL
  • Rick_Jay's avatar
    Rick_Jay
    Explorer II
    Aug 17, 2021
    Hi,

    (ON EDIT: You can probably skip this post and read my next one. :) )

    Have you tried these folks: Luberfiner

    Click on the W18/W20/W21/W22/W24 link and scroll down to the WHG481FK part link. I'm not sure if you can buy it from the website though. You might have to call. But if you type in your zip code, it'll show distributors nearby. Turns out, I have one in the next town over.

    This company was mentioned from Oemy's Performance. Oemy's has been a long standing source of many Workhorse parts. Unfortunately, Oemy no longer makes his adapter, but does drop a name for Luberfiner above.

    By the way, the original Workhorse/GM filter did have three ports on it. The adapter, which became available soon after someone figured out that the cheaper filter could be used if someone made an adapter, was available for purchase by Oemy by the time I needed my first fuel filter change. So I purchased it way back when (2005?), and I've been using it ever since.

    Just make sure that IF you ever have someone else change the fuel filter to make sure they SAVE the adapter and use it on the cheaper fuel filter!!!!

    Good Luck,

    ~Rick
  • init6's avatar
    init6
    Explorer
    Aug 17, 2021
    enblethen wrote:
    Wix filter should be available at most O'Reilly auto parts.
    Microgard O'reilly brand made by Wix


    Unfortunately these filters won't work without that adapter to go from 3 connections down to 2. That is the part I can't seem to find anywhere.

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