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: how long on filter with dirty tank


pman
11-11-2009, 10:56 AM
I think I might have some crappy fuel. Seams to run rough when the tank gets low. I just put a new filter on and wonder how long you would normaly wait to change it out again. thus being dirty fuel.

dozerboy
11-11-2009, 01:25 PM
Your normal interval or when the filter plugs up. Thats why you should carry extra filters with you. A bad enough tank of fuel could plug your filter almost right away.

k9duramax
11-11-2009, 03:03 PM
^^^^^ agree. How long has it been doing this (a while, or just started on recent fill up?)?

pman
11-11-2009, 06:17 PM
For some reason my truck started running rough and then would hardly run at all. Took it to the dealer and they replaced the whole injection system. Right before I brought it in I changed the filter as a last resort. Maybe one tank through that filter. The other day after I got it back I let it run down until the fuel light went on. I noticed I got some inconsistant injector knock and the throttle would surge 100-200 rpm while sitting at a light and with light acceloration. I filled it up and it went away. I put diesel kleen 911 but it still seams like has a louder than normal injector noise. Can the filter get clogged even after one tank or should I look further into it?

P.S. I have the Edge disconnected since it went to the dealer.

k9duramax
11-11-2009, 06:45 PM
It can clog real soon if there is enough crap in the tank- I would monitor VERY closely, and if any doubt change out the filter again. Very cheap insurance!!!!!