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rjfurlan

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Fuel filter question
« on: April 28, 2015, 23:27:32 »
When I change the fuel filter in a 1967 250sl do i need a new copper washer for the bolt?

Thanks
Rich
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Jonny B

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Re: Fuel filter question
« Reply #1 on: April 29, 2015, 01:34:23 »
A good idea, but the washer or the dang gasket are not supplied with the filter (as they are for an oil filter) go figure....

Although is the washer a copper one or an aluminum one?
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Benz Dr.

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Re: Fuel filter question
« Reply #2 on: April 29, 2015, 02:42:29 »
I believe it's an aluminum one.
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rjfurlan

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Re: Fuel filter question
« Reply #3 on: April 29, 2015, 13:19:34 »
I reused it and all seems well, no leaks. Thanks
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Naj ✝︎

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Re: Fuel filter question
« Reply #4 on: April 29, 2015, 13:28:36 »
I would suggest renewing the sealing washer.
Mine started leaking after about 500 miles, on a rally in the middle of Europe  ::)
Very annoying smell in the cab.

naj
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