Diesel fuel filter!

[Ashley]

I recently picked up a replacement fuel filter from my local auto parts supplier. They matched the part no to a Fram filter. ( Fram C1191PL.) They also remarked that this filter is used on Diesel engines. I thought nothing of this at the time, but have since read in my dated Haynes manual. " It is important that the correct filter element is used and for petrol filtration as the action of petrol on an element designed for diesel oil causes it to break down."

Has anyone used this Fram filter? Does anyone have any other experiences?

[Nick Jones]

I have read elsewhere that using filters intended for diesel on petrol does not go well due to the diesel filter being affected and having its flow capacity considerably reduced. I don't know if it's true or urban myth. Might explain some previously unexplained "fuel pump problems" if it were true!

 

Nick

[Damson6]

I have used these in the distant past with no problems, but have had a Bosch conversion for about 15 years.

My only concern now would be that petrol is a lot different to then?

[PJM]

I use one of these ebay fuel filter

[bluebob]

Hi Paul

i have a fram filter with bocsh system its been on for twenty years now only ever had one problem and that was i needed a new bosch pump after 14years of use the best filter to use is one of the old escort xr3i use the biggest you can fit i drilled mine out for maximum flow this makes sure you have more than enough fuel when needed.

bluebob