Is the fuel-water seperator cartridge all the filter I need?

cliffblue

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Is the screw-on cartridge on my 2001 4.3L fuel system a good enough fuel filter?
 

Don S

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Re: Is the fuel-water seperator cartridge all the filter I need?

Yes, if you change it yearly, and check the contents of the old filter to see what is happening.
 

cliffblue

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Re: Is the fuel-water seperator cartridge all the filter I need?

Just turn it over in a clear jar?
 

Don S

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Re: Is the fuel-water seperator cartridge all the filter I need?

Just turn it over in a clear jar?

Yes. Then you can see if you are getting water build up or not.
 

cliffblue

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Re: Is the fuel-water seperator cartridge all the filter I need?

Thank you. The time you take to share your experience and expertise with all us lost do-it-yourselfers is very much appreciated.
 
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