Fuel filter question?

ProgSpear · Jul 23, 2019

My wife has an Outback, and I've never heard any strange noises from the fuel system before, but all of a sudden I think I heard something. Maybe it's a warranty issue? If so, I can get the dealer to pay for the filter, right?

ProgSpear · Jul 23, 2019

But I thought it was part of the motor vehicle law that uncontrolled sounds were not tolerated. Did I miss something?

I'm just trying to be an obedient citizen.

Jmac00 · Jul 23, 2019

Airborneguy said:
I bought myself a new Outback recently. After a few days, I couldn’t help but notice a loud sound coming from my fuel system. Spoke to a “mechanic” at my range who told me to look at these. Apparently they reduce sound coming from the fuel system. Has anyone else tried one of these for their fuel system’s loud noises?

1/2-28 aluminum single core fuel filter for NAPA 4003 WIX 24003 OD 1.358" L 6.0" | eBay

what year is the Outback? the 2009 to 2012/13 had a head gasket issue, if it's in those years, get rid of it ASAP

GOYABEAN · Jul 23, 2019

should work if properly installed wouldn't want any blockage of any sort could get some type of code

Twogunwilly · Jul 23, 2019

Yes, just because it looks cool. Does it come in 5/8" :ROFL:

togmaster · Jul 23, 2019

Hey I just cross referenced the part number and it will fit my dodge ram too. I think I'll give it a try.

GOYABEAN · Jul 23, 2019

Airborneguy said:
So should I order this part? Will it arrive safely or will it run afoul of government sound regulators?

I would first check local automotive stores sometimes these are available without the hassle of dealing with customs I ordered something recently and it was opened and held up a bit just took longer in it's travels :idk:

Toecutter · Jul 23, 2019

Airborneguy said:
So should I order this part? Will it arrive safely or will it run afoul of government sound regulators?

As long as the seller isn't A.merican T.ires & F.ilters

gun_slinger_boy · Jul 23, 2019

Just keep in mind that these type of filters will only work with a fixed inline gas system. If it's a reverberatory injection system you will need a tilting oscillator extender attachment for it to work properly. Without it it will consistently stall.

kev74 · Jul 23, 2019

Damn! Ebay has a ton of er.... fuel filters listed!

BDinPutnam · Jul 23, 2019

Hhmm.

Wife has an Outback too.

Are these filters supposed to be run wet or dry?

gun_slinger_boy · Jul 23, 2019

BDinPutnam said:
Hhmm.

Wife has an Outback too.

Are these filters supposed to be run wet or dry?

On low pressure lines you can use lubrication to increase efficiency but on high pressure lines you need to leave these filters as is.

GOYABEAN · Jul 23, 2019

gun_slinger_boy said:
On low pressure lines you can use lubrication to increase efficiency but on high pressure lines you need to leave these filters as is.

Helps if you use some lucas lubricant and injector cleaner on a occasionall basis just to keep it running smoothly

Acer-m14 · Jul 24, 2019

will it work on a F150 with a 02 sensor issue ?

Robin · Jul 24, 2019

Has ATF signed off on those?
Robin

spat · Jul 24, 2019

Robin said:
Has ATF signed off on those?
Robin

It wouldn't surprise me to find out they were the ones who put up the ad.

Exonautic · Jul 24, 2019

I've heard of people getting in trouble before these even reach the door because they're not "eco-friendly". Tread carefully when modifying your vehicle like this.

GOYABEAN · Jul 24, 2019

Perfectly legal depending on the fuel source air 100%

STS556 · Jul 24, 2019

My wife has a 2018 Outback 2.5 Limited and aside from it sounding like a diesel for the first few seconds after starting it up, there are no weird or loud noises coming from anywhere. I also have a few Subarus, a 2013 Legacy 3.6, a 2011 WRX and a 2018 STI. Except for the STI that I installed a high volume fuel pump, none of them make any loud noises that come from the fuel system.

You should definitely take it to the dealer to have them look at it.

BDinPutnam · Jul 24, 2019

gun_slinger_boy · Jul 24, 2019

STS556 said:
My wife has a 2018 Outback 2.5 Limited and aside from it sounding like a diesel for the first few seconds after starting it up, there are no weird or loud noises coming from anywhere. I also have a few Subarus, a 2013 Legacy 3.6, a 2011 WRX and a 2018 STI. Except for the STI that I installed a high volume fuel pump, none of them make any loud noises that come from the fuel system.

You should definitely take it to the dealer to have them look at it.

These types of filters will benefit all your equipement no matter how quiet you think it is.

MilesTeg · Jul 24, 2019

If you do end up ordering this filter I will be very interested on a review of it's fit, finish and if it took care of your problem.

repete · Jul 24, 2019

Airborneguy said:
I bought myself a new Outback recently. After a few days, I couldn’t help but notice a loud sound coming from my fuel system. Spoke to a “mechanic” at my range who told me to look at these. Apparently they reduce sound coming from the fuel system. Has anyone else tried one of these for their fuel system’s loud noises?

1/2-28 aluminum single core fuel filter for NAPA 4003 WIX 24003 OD 1.358" L 6.0" | eBay

Geez, I really need to get out more often and stop taking people so literally! I read quite a few of the responses and wondered WTH??

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