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STOCKDIESEL 04-09-2005, 01:26 PM my truck is due for fuel filters and i would like to know if any of you guys can recommend what kind of filters to throw on. my philosophy is upgrade anything i replace so i just needed to know if there is anything better than stock and where i can get them. thanks in advance Diesel Dragon 04-09-2005, 02:45 PM It's widely belived that Racor make's ALL the fuel filters for our trucks and then other manufacturers relabel them. I can't say for sure though. That being said, I use Baldwin filters for all my filters, because they have a good reputation. The new Baldwin part # for the new redisigned double pleet fuel filter is BF7827 And if you want extra protection you can add a secondary fuel filter like many on the web site have done. Here is a excellent choice. http://www.nicktane.com/ My .02 DD Diesel Dually 04-09-2005, 04:24 PM I have the Nicktane, and I am VERY happy with the fit and finish of the product. pepperidge 04-09-2005, 06:05 PM I second the nicktane...no "mega-air" filter issues and we get the dirt before it trashes our cheapo GM filters... OC_DMAX 04-09-2005, 06:30 PM Step 1 - make sure you are using the newer style "dual pleat" OEM fuel filter. Step 2 - then think about a supplemental. I am currently using a Racor R60S mounted on the frame rail. The Nicktane CAT filter will yield equivalent or superior results. The Mega filter is meant to be mounted in a different postion. You may or may not have a problem with trapped air and subsequent no-start issues with Mega filter. Kennedy claims he has improved upon the design and the no-start issues are past history (you would need to discuss this with him prior to purchase and I would get an "implied warranty" on this issue so you could return it if these no-start condition arise). Ignoring this issue, the Baldwin filter is most likely the superior filter, though not by much. The previoius is my opinion and will vary relative to others. duramaxdiesel 04-09-2005, 11:03 PM Is there a new WIX part#? dmaxalliTech 04-10-2005, 12:18 PM I second the nicktane...no "mega-air" filter issues and we get the dirt before it trashes our cheapo GM filters...Those "mega-air" problems you mention have been gone for a 'mega' long time. Changes to the kit have solved that. BH in AZ 04-10-2005, 01:01 PM Is there a new WIX part#? New number is reported to be 33910. duramaxdiesel 04-10-2005, 06:37 PM Great! Thanks. rcr1978 04-13-2005, 02:50 PM Is napa's the double pleat design? Is there a air issue with the old? I have not heard of this before? Robert 04 lb7 2500 25,000 miles bully dog (95 hp tune) bully dog dog 4" stainless Airrade intake 6'' Fabtech 315 BFG's wuncoolduramax 04-14-2005, 11:24 PM Is napa's the double pleat design? Is there a air issue with the old? I have not heard of this before? Robert 04 lb7 2500 25,000 miles bully dog (95 hp tune) bully dog dog 4" stainless Airrade intake 6'' Fabtech 315 BFG's Napa's Part Number 3910 is the double pleated. sgtdmax66 04-17-2005, 08:12 PM Napa filters are produced by WIX.:D rcr1978 04-17-2005, 09:11 PM Thanks for the info guys, I now know that I have the old filter that is not the upgraded one and now I know what one not to buy. Everybody be careful when buying filters the old ones are still out there, it happened to me and I bought mine last month. It was a wix 33810 StraitDiesel 04-19-2005, 10:01 AM Napa Gold Fuel Filter (FIL3910)... 45.89 :eek: :rant: Dan 05LLY 04-19-2005, 01:26 PM Fuel: Wix 33910, $22.41, filter1.com. Oil: Wix 57202, $5.01, filter1.com Keep in mind these may be fleet prices, as they were quoted for my work acct. www.filter1.com (http://www.filter1.com) Frank Blum 04-19-2005, 07:48 PM The NAPA stores in my area have several different price sheets. The price varries a lot from store to store. I only use them as a last resort. Later! Frank wwpiga 04-20-2005, 04:27 PM Local price for the 3910 is $31.99 | ||