Inline fuel filter location

[35buickakaBelle]

Where is the best location for a inline fuel filter assembly. I  currently have it by the carburetor on my 35 Buick.  Suggestion? Thanks in advance 

[JWLawrence]

You will most likely get many suggestions. I prefer to have an inline filter installed just before the fuel pump. This method helps to protect the fuel pump and carburetor. JWL

 

[joe_padavano]

4 minutes ago, JWLawrence said:

You will most likely get many suggestions. I prefer to have an inline filter installed just before the fuel pump. This method helps to protect the fuel pump and carburetor. JWL

 

 

The added advantage of putting it on the suction side of the pump is that now you've eliminated the possibility of a leak at the filter spraying fuel everywhere.

[35buickakaBelle]

23 minutes ago, JWLawrence said:

You will most likely get many suggestions. I prefer to have an inline filter installed just before the fuel pump. This method helps to protect the fuel pump and carburetor. JWL

 

I think I'm going to move it by the pump it sounds like I'll be better there so other components to get damaged. I'm new the antique car and doing a full tune up want to make sure everything is rite.  Thanks really appreciated 

[Joe in Canada]

Should be as close to the tank as possible.

[keiser31]

Mine from from rear to front is: gas tank, fuel filter, electric fuel pump, line to front, fuel filter under the hood, fuel regulator and into carburetor.

Edited May 28, 2017 by keiser31 (see edit history)

[Vila]

I never thought an additional filter is necessary on these older engines since they are not fuel injected with small pinhole openings in the injectors that can get clogged easily.

 

I have been driving my 1933 Chevrolet for over 45 years with the original setup and have never had an issue related to the original fuel system.

 

The screen at the top of the fuel pump bowl should be sufficient to filter any chunks of junk that could cause issues with the carb.

 

On one of my other forums people are frequently writing in about issues associated to installing similar fuel filters, but I have never seen someone write about the original setup on their car other then leaking gaskets around the bowl to fuel pump contact point.

 

Generally all the additional connections for rubber hoses, etc add addition point where the fuel system can leak over time so  I will stick with original setups.

[keiser31]

28 minutes ago, Vila said:

I never thought an additional filter is necessary on these older engines since they are not fuel injected with small pinhole openings in the injectors that can get clogged easily.

 

I have been driving my 1933 Chevrolet for over 45 years with the original setup and have never had an issue related to the original fuel system.

 

The screen at the top of the fuel pump bowl should be sufficient to filter any chunks of junk that could cause issues with the carb.

 

On one of my other forums people are frequently writing in about issues associated to installing similar fuel filters, but I have never seen someone write about the original setup on their car other then leaking gaskets around the bowl to fuel pump contact point.

 

Generally all the additional connections for rubber hoses, etc add addition point where the fuel system can leak over time so  I will stick with original setups.

Having gotten my car from someone who really did not RESTORE it, but rather assembled it and painted it, I wanted to be certain that NOTHING got into the engine from the fuel tank. The previous owner also never fixed or replaced the original mechanical fuel pump, so I have just been driving the car and restoring it as I go. My first 1931 Dodge coupe has all of the original equipment and was a great driver with no issues.

Edited May 28, 2017 by keiser31 (see edit history)

[60FlatTop]

I think I put the factory filter element in my "60 Buick last time I worked on the carb. I remember it going in easily without a lot of fussing around. I think the previous 9 years it had been out because of some inconvenience I didn't tolerate.

 

What kind of stuff are you filtering out, anyway?

Bernie

[captndan]

Assuming you don't have a fuel pump locate it where it is easy to change and away from the exhaust manifold.

Edited May 28, 2017 by captndan (see edit history)

[Curti]

I hide mine along the frame rail under the car. That way you get the protection ant the engine compartment  looks original.