What does the inside of a Fuel Filter look like after 300,000 miles?

[@Nyitemare]

That flow test is exactly why this channel is so fantastic

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@05council49]

@@chrisfix wow you still reply to vids this old? Your commitment is just.... Wow

[@jorgeprieto6578]

Was the fuel test done in reverse flow?

[@tommak6516]

@@jorgeprieto6578 It looks to me like it was a reverse flow so it proves nothing.

[@Dannyaudio69]

Good job as usual ...I wish you could use my 2000 Ford explorer as a example but not for fuel filters but how to get off my stubborn 02 sensors..and how to get rid of rust as well

[@samirlekiller3905]

Its amazing how his video style doesn't change much over the years, "done" ,"good" are just is so satisfying

[@technopanda1018]

Samirlekiller except that he sounds like he enjoys fixing his cars

[@jacob1931]

Ikr

[@ivanolmedo803]

That and when he says “out with the old and in with the new”

[@satankitty8051]

@@technopanda1018 I remember a comment on one of his videos with Chris saying he has gotten more confident over the years with making videos! Going from one of his OLD videos to new ones is a huge change :D

[@ktaragorn]

True.. I have been jumping between 2015 and 2022 content and they are pretty much the same.. this was a little bit more rough, but I probably wouldnt be able to tell without seeing the dates.

[@hurstshifter]

I love that Chris not only gives you very clear, step-by-step instructions on how to make repairs. But, he also takes his time to run experiments & demonstrations on why these repairs are so important. Absolutely the best automotive resource on KZbin!

[@displayfireworks1]

Years back cars had clear inline fuel filters. They also had a little window in the air conditioning lines so you could see the bubbles or lack there of . I miss both of those features.

[@justinc9911]

hold my beer let me remove my ford bedliner and grind a hole in the box to get to the pump lol

[@kyleward8973]

ive actually seen this on my friend's grandpa's 1930's buick.... had a clear fuel filter. it also was part of the reason it stalled not too far from his house because it had some crazy design involving cork or something like that

[@maxarothdev7374]

My car has the ac window, what am i looking for with the bubble window?

[@termonostruman]

In old cars you had a glass and metal filter, you jsut changed the inner element its was very cheap,, you changed when it looked dark...n more of the mintenace engineer this days,, missed it.

[@jared491]

watching chrisfix makes me want to fix everything on my car

[@chrisfix]

Haha perfect

[@maggiecraig5149]

Same

[@Gjonesy9]

@@chrisfix Wow!

[@Gjonesy9]

@@chrisfix What additional steps can I make before replacing the catalytic converter and in which order would you recommend? 1) Change Gas Filter.

[@Gjonesy9]

@@chrisfix Correction: like using steel wool pads saturated with soap.

[@gerowen]

Holy crap I like those ramps with the slide away piece!

[@co3856]

WHAT BRAND ARE THE RAMPS CHRISSSS

[@dyoel182]

They're great but you have to remember to put the ramp section back. Don't ask how many times I've forgotten.

[@VincentVader]

I have some old metal ramps that have a detachable ramp part. My dad bought them back in the 80s. I love them.

[@jonathancorder3159]

@@dyoel182 "ask me how I know" ~Chris Fix

[@ATLAStheprotogen1]

Salad fingers anybody

[@Isaiah5417GdLk]

I like how you've mastered the art of giving all relevant information in a short amount of time. I'm one who personally can watch mechanic videos for hours, but other will not, good job.

[@jessicah3450]

Now I know why my dad always told me to never get gas when the tanker is also filling the station. It kicks up sediment from the underground tanks. Good to know these filters are doing their job!

[@jayjaynella4539]

the fuel pumps have their own filters on them to remove tank sediments.

[@frankmurguia]

New underground tanks have baffles, filters, and the pumps themselves have individual filters. So you’re fine. Now back in the day that’s was different

[@Dave-in-France]

Another excellent video from Chris fix showing how easy it is to change a fuel filter. I particularly liked: 1. Disconnecting the fuel pump fuse to depressurise the system; 2. The flow tests on the 300k van filter which showed how hard the fuel pump must have been working to get at the gas.

[@Scofco]

Brb, changing my fuel filter.

[@chrisfix]

+Scofco lol

[@a2exxhd671]

+Scofco must see it mine dude after 170k from 99 and i got a carburator one the diference is big !

[@andrewrout8712]

LMAO

[@ProjectZorgo-zp4jq]

Uh oh! I haven’t changed my fuel filter in 15 years! 😬 ( This is a joke )

[@hashim_iraq]

LMAO

[@siimpleez]

My car has 140k and this makes me want to check my fuel filter now! Another great video, Thanks Chris :)

[@johnnyshido7247]

I wanna check ur filters ;)

[@johnnyshido7247]

@@sebastianskii7512 lol.. You mean like a catfish? Or transgender that gonna reveal late in game?

[@sebastianskii7512]

@@johnnyshido7247 as much as we know he could be our father, but yeah, he's probably a transgender gender fluid gay non binary.

[@johnnyshido7247]

@@sebastianskii7512 why everybody gotta be a paranoid conspiracy theorist?

[@qlus]

@@sebastianskii7512 and how do you know?

[@PH-md8xp]

Every video you make Chris, is flawlessly produced and chock full of useful info.

[@AC-pm7sn]

Dude that side by side test he does is awesome hahaha who puts that much time into a test like that? Only ChrisFix.

[@mubasherrehman9976]

The more you know

[@SE45CX]

You're a great teacher Chris. This stuff is great.

[@johnmoore1495]

The test is actually pointless. He poured the gas into the outlet side of the filter so the gas is flowing in the opposite direction than it normally would. So on the dirty filter he's actually pushing through the clean inside out to the contaminated outside. This then pushes off the contaminates from the outside which mixes with the gas and drops down into the cup. Pushing the contaminates off of the filter from the inside is a lot easier than trying to push into the contaminates and filter like it normally would. If he rigged it the way that gas normally flows it would look much cleaner, probably like normal gas, but it would probably be going through drop by drop because the gas isn't under any pressure besides it's own weight. Not hating on Chris his tutorials and advice is still all good it's just the test didn't prove anything, not even the flow rate.

[@nicodelatorre3431]

John Moore but it was a new clean filter...

[@goldenbrick100]

You wanna see a guy put time into tests like this? Head over to project farm’s page. The guy pretty much does side by side tests on damn near everything

[@derrickhuddleston4504]

I watch alot of video's on here and its how ive learned to work on my cars myself and you are by far the best at walking somebody thru something and explaining how and why parts work they way they do. You have saved me no telling how much money and headaches so i just wanted to tell you that all the time and work you put in these videos is appreciated. Thank you

[@papap743]

Derrick Huddleston so true

[@tonypspokertable2728]

I'm just waiting for his book or DVD to hit Amazon or something

[@obfuscated3090]

Protip, drench the line connectors with WD-40 before removing the filter. They come off much easier and the WD washes away minor crud which accumulates on connector and line surfaces. That especially helps with old filters which have never been replaced.

[@austiniscool1242]

1:23 he takes the wood pieces away, what a savage

[@cozmic7758]

oof

[@graceperez9672]

Cozmic RoBlOx OoF

[@awesomeluis]

It's Chris fix, he knows for a fact that his brakes are keeping it 💯%. Haha.

[@austiniscool1242]

69 likes, nice

[@awesomeluis]

I was gonna like the original comment but I'd hate to be that guy. Haha.

[@earnestbunbury2103]

The filter tried to hang itself...

[@leleedler]

lol

[@TheMotocross4life]

Earnest Bunbury I literally lol as I imagined a personified filter attempting to commit suicide

[@ripple4612]

lmaoooo thats really funnny😂😂😂

[@johnbeer5242]

Earnest Bunbury 😂😭😂😭😭😂😂

[@umdsupreme]

That is hilarious!

[@Mdaddarioe]

This was an extremely enlightening video that tells me not to neglect the importance of replacing the fuel filter. Great experiment, Chris!

[@ionu4535]

Late to the party, but begs the question, why did Chris for 300K?

[@noekiyu]

You sir have convinced me to change my fuel filter. Thanks :]

[@chrisfix]

+Edgar Chaves Awesome!

[@David-vt9hr]

hey chris what do you think about k&n air filters are they good can they damaged your car?

[@IBRedeemed]

+Edgar Chaves Second that

[@twintubro8528]

Evan Chase wow really

[@markwilliams6378]

Especially with new direct injection engines and high powered piezo injectors

[@donnawilliams7570]

Have a 2007 Pontiac G5 2.2L at 224+KM. I changed a lot of original parts: tie rod end, sway bar links, rear wheel suspensions, steering shaft, turn signal switch, blower motor & blower motor resistor, control arm, mass air flow sensor, positive crank ventilation hose, ball joint, wheel bearing, front & rear brakes, rotor. I think this is all. Done over the years, especially after front wheel work. Still having problems with heater turning on and off though. Going to hopefully have fuel filter changed today.

[@deegee1559]

I keep watching this video just because of how satisfying it is 🙂☺

[@tainoperformance2707]

Dylan D ✋ your not alone bod

[@sandimierobjesspayne9024]

Dyla

[@teutonalex]

Same here. I'm so glad I changed mine. Was probably the original one with 220K miles

[@tuffguy407]

for a young dude this guy knows his shit and his knowledge is conveyed well in his videos clear and concise

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot Colt!

[@gianniskadiths7697]

COLT THOMSON

[@hding98]

Summarized well, and that is exactly why his videos easily get millions of views I think.

[@itsyourboiboi1508]

If he liked cars so much he would make better vehicle decisions. Based on his age, he does not need a minivan.

[@F_Ts5619]

COLT THOMSON iiii

[@ws-mitch3256]

They tied a rope around it to keep the pleats tight while the compound was cured to hardened we use ruber bands. I work a wix filter 😄

[@restinpeacekobe2411]

Mechanic: if you need me for anything let me know Me: I watch chrisfix videos Mechanic: kills me with a ratchet

[@folkwinknockaert3727]

Me: want to learn about cars and stuff Chrisfix: watch my videos Me: ask a mechanic chrisfix: kills me with breaker bar

[@dickJohnsonpeter]

You'd be way better off watching videos specific to whatever vehicle you have.

[@walteradamgray9023]

Watching a Chris Fix video in addition to a video specific for your car is the way to go

[@whydoihave6neutrals772]

Walter Adam Gray also like Chris always says your owners manual I looked at like the first time 25 years ago and holy shit it’s almost like the company who made the car knows how to fix it haha

[@Milk-ew4pf]

@@dickJohnsonpeter no no, hes got a point.

[@raysmyth8596]

Many thanks for going to the trouble of illustrating the need to maintain our engines and take the trouble to look after the systems that aid and promote clean, effective and efficient operation. Much less expensive to change a filter in good time than a fuel pump or injector. Bravo!

[@chrisfix]

+Ray Smyth I'm glad you enjoyed the videos Ray!

[@mswerdna]

Get that van to 1 Million miles.

[@mitchellbrenner2210]

i wouldnt be surprised he takes care of his cars like his children

[@matthijsja1525]

mitchell brenner but he still didn't replace the fuel filter for 20 years lmao

[@MaxiiBoii23]

Matthijs ja Probably before he even started fixing his cars, idk.

[@666rtard]

I bet that van even runs better since installing that new filter.

[@christianmotley262]

I runs 250 MPH now!

[@ez4ag]

OMG, I came across one of your other videos on changing a mustang strut to coil-overs and man, I gotta say you're videos are amazing. You're like a "How to for dummies". Awesome man and thanks for all you do.

[@freeaudiobooks7469]

Brita needs to make fuel filters

[@joshua4620]

This is a good idea

[@mosomos89]

Funny, I'm half-focused reading through comments, and I saw yours. My wife's name is Brita, so I'm staring at your comment for like 2 minutes thinking "Why the heck does he think she'd be any good at making fuel filters...?"

[@justinc9911]

lmao

[@runningoverland7656]

So good! Fuel filter is one of the first 3-4 things I do within days of getting a new-to-me vehicle, no question!

[@osman_0394]

What other things do you do if i may ask?

[@ignaciogodoy7095]

@@osman_0394 , all the belt’s, timing belt, direction belt, etc, spark plugs

[@GamerzCove]

I changed mine out at 190k in my 4runner. It started having starting problems and after I changed it out it ran like new

[@chrisfix]

Awesome!

[@kirinhickcox7025]

GamerzCove! Yea same mine has 1.000.000 miles are family had it for about 60 years

[@TheUnknownHarbingers]

@@kirinhickcox7025 if it really has a million you can probably get a free new vehicle.. That's pretty amazing though

[@kirinhickcox7025]

Thx

[@benjammin2020]

@@kirinhickcox7025 what make model is it. that's amazing, and would have to be from the 60s!!

[@jesusfimbres2636]

Chris my brother!! Dude by far you have the best videos. Very informative and thorough. Super helpful, and your videos are giving me the confidence to start tackling repairs, and just overall maintenance on my 87 Hardbody!! It’s a well running truck, and thanks to you, and through your videos it’ll stay that way. Thank you brother, keep up the awesome work. Have a blessed day 👍🏼

[@Joseph-vg2xt]

Thank you Chris for your time and dedication on making all of these videos and sharing your passion.

[@roberij05]

Off to find out where my fuel filter is lol

[@cpgone]

+roberij05 goog it and put in diagram (and or ) location of your vehicle

[@February54]

+roberij05 If you can't find it under the hood or under the car, it will be in your fuel tank.

[@Primer2toneGarage]

+February No! Don't say that! LOL

[@February54]

Primer2tone Garage Yeah, the unfortunate truth. However, if you suspect the filter is in your tank, check the trunk or under the rear seat for an access cover. It might be as easy as 3 screws.

[@KOakaKO]

+roberij05 - Just look online for the model of your car. Any car built in the last 60 years has info on where to find the filter.

[@LLYoutube565]

I love the quality of your voice over - you do great step by step with very good snippets of little details needed. Fantastic! the educational level is 10 out of 10 - I hate when people try and fill their videos with crappy B quality scripting and dialog, like This Old House does. Just quality education!

[@futurestrader6435]

All I have to say is Chris Fix is simply BRILLIANT!! His videos are so concise, well filmed, etc. He doesn't say to little, but doesn't ramble with needless talk. Just exactly the right amount. How he videos so perfectly in tight spots, is amazing. What a great human being, I'm convinced too! What amazing blue gloved hands as well : ). Thanks Chris Fix!!

[@truckinman86]

I definitely would love to see a diesel fuel filter comparison. Those need changing far more frequently.

[@bakaweiner6956]

& you can easily judge who change their filters frequently by looking at their exhaust's fumes....

[@AlldaylongRock]

@@bakaweiner6956 What happens? I wanna know because I do drive a Diesel 😂

[@felixkremer7773]

@@AlldaylongRock well you could end up like me. Having rough idle loss of power and worse engine stalling. My dad had to tow me back home I immediately ordered a fuel filter should have done that earlier. Hopefully this fixes it and yes there’s allot of smelly smoke coming from my car.

[@AlldaylongRock]

@@felixkremer7773 oh, ive had that issue recently. And yes, it was the fuel filter as well. The car actually gave me a warning of an engine malfunction when revved up, probably from low fuel flow. Never felt a smelly exhaust after the engine ( and cat ) warmed up

[@SinghTheMaster]

I keep watching your random videos because they are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Keep it up bro. Much love!!

[@pete5534]

Thanks Chris! I just ordered a fuel filter for my 60k mile MX-5, and was wondering if it was too soon. I think the results speak for themselves.

[@neumank5334]

Your shows are the most informative on KZbin. I am now doing maintenance in my 2004 Toyota 4 runner instead of going to the dealer. Thank you for all the wealth of knowledge.

[@adams3445]

i just change my filter . your video is 1000% correct man, thanks.

[@RocketRaven]

Drinking game take a drink every time he says fuel filter

[@locolaroco933]

LOL

[@RocketRaven]

i wonder how many drinks that would count up to haha :)

[@locolaroco933]

Right!

[@RocketRaven]

Joseph Hutson at least over 20

[@fakiefilms8481]

You'd be dead at the end.

[@jockosboy17]

I change my fuel filter every 30k to avoid fuel pump problems and on the vehicles I do that on I haven't had a need to change the fuel pumps. I can't believe you of all people waited that long to change that filter...

[@NachoTV]

+Joshua C sounds like i'm going to have to change some fuel filters soon!

[@HimmelWeint]

+Joshua C HA my car has the fuel filter in a super inconvenient location therefore it is a lifetime filter.

[@Spare1058]

+Himmel Weint but if it messes up don't you gotta replace the entire unit?

[@HimmelWeint]

Spare It is one unit with the fuel pump which is inside the fuel tank. Either way will have to replace both at the same time.

[@Spare1058]

Himmel Weint Oh

[@zeusbigelbow3050]

At first i thought the video was too long.. then i completely lost track of time watching it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge..great informative and convincing video

[@Trd2020]

Best mechanic youtube channel. you have officially surpassed Eric the car guy and Scotty Kilmer.

[@chrisfix]

+avalanche Thanks a lot!

[@Primer2toneGarage]

His channel is growing stupid fast and it's easy to see why but I like ETCG's cheesy jokes. Reminds me of my late uncle. Also, I'd like to see Chris do some videos with someone else filming so we could actually see him work. It kinda personalizes the videos. Just my opinion.

[@rronaldreagan]

kilmer is a freaking joke, as a person and as a channel. might know plenty about cars but his channel is a sponsored ad after another. check briansmobile1 , very complete specific anf scientific explanations

[@icecoldcola08]

Well. My cars at 105K miles. Never been changed. Will be tomorrow 😂😂😂

[@chrisfix]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

[@whyarewehere3893]

How'd it go then?

[@Tang526]

Just changed mine with 276k

[@johan6767]

Disappointed

[@dylanthevillain2666]

icecoldcola08 mine has 160K miles

[@thecountrychemist2561]

The gravity tests were also in reverse direction which can have an influence on flow, albeit minor. The old filter would likely have gotten better as you put more fuel in it since it would partially unclog those pores. I am doubtful the clean filter would have different results in your small scale if flow was reversed. We do work in my lab where we separate based off chemical and physical properties as opposed to size of particulates. Our columns could get different results if we reverse flow depending on what they are packed with. But generally they are uniform. I only say this because in limited cases, forwards and backwards are not the same. But I think your demonstration was phenomenal at showing filtration capabilities. What I would have liked to see on the dirty filter was how nasty the fuel was if going in the proper flow direction. Since you loosened the grit by going the opposite direction, we don't have a clear view of whether or not that grit and color make it to the fuel injectors. I presume the answer is no if the filter is still intact, but yes if any material has worn down. You injectors weren't clogged. Love your videos. They have inspired me to do a lot more mechanical work on my own. Now I have friends coming by to ask questions and I often send links to your videos. Keep up the great work.

[@Hugh_Manitee]

I had a check engine light pop up on the dash of my 07 F150. Went to parts store and they hooked a scan tool to it. Was throwing a "lean on bank 2" fuel code. Guy at O'Reilly's said 80 % could be fuel filter. Bought one for little over $20. Replaced it and reset codes (remove neg. battery cable). Drove it almost a week and no lean codes and better gas mileage. Provably saved my in tank fuel pump too. That's expensive to replace. Thanks O'Reilly's and KZbin!

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

also you will find that a lot of that discolouration has come from the rubber/etc fuel lines breaking down, especially if you ever use ethanol based fuel.

[@pieterdewit9081]

Absolutely. Lots of older cars can't deal with ethanol based petrol. Might be wise to change some hoses too.

[@scott9269]

I just want to know how well the van ran after the replacement.

[@chrisfix]

Had a little more pep and ran and idled a lot smoother!

[@elinoamrichter162]

Still in commission?

[@jacksonstephens9772]

@@chrisfix great i actully watch these awesome vidios for entertainment happy to see the van running good Good Luck!

[@rideout_ryan]

i love how he will destroy a brand new fuel filter just to show us what a new one looks like! Keep it up CrisFix👍

[@amazoniam3695]

Chris, once again you come sailing in with a genius little tip: pulling the fuse for the fuel pump. I'm about to do this on my car, and despite knowing a lot of mechanics (pros and DIYers), and having watched a bunch of vids on doing this, I've never heard this tip. Brilliant. Thank you!!!!!

[@mrc14_2]

The clean fuel looks like lemonade

[@ethan_hsv62l]

Mario Mario no

[@trashcarfj45]

Mmm poison

[@sabagamer3052]

@@ethan_hsv62l it's a joke

[@hazzarrocks3398]

Mario Mario want some clean gas it’s lemonade

[@LTECharged]

Forbidden lemonade

[@waltgv]

Great video. Really informative and well made. Now I know why my 20 year old boxster has started running rough!

[@bonchea1159]

thank you for all of extra work that you have done . great job

[@carolinavictronia1668]

I just changed mine and thought what does the inside look like.......and there it was...brilliant

[@alizthirtythree]

the amount of times Chris said “Fuel Filter” lmao

[@silasmcgee3647]

If you were to take a shot for every time he says fuel filter I think you would die of alcohol poisoning

[@GoldyCraft79]

How come you don’t have enough comments lol

[@glocktown21]

Chris Fix... All your videos are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANKS DUDE! KEEP THE CAMERA AND CARS ROLLLLLLIN!

[@chrisfix]

+Justin Watts thanks Justin!

[@MuhammadAli-su3oo]

+ChrisFix Chris I am student of Automobile. I want to talk to you by email or here. I am willing to open my Workshop with my friend. Need your suggestion.

[@kickpublishing]

There's another 200K in that filter - I've had the same underpants on since 1996

[@martind349]

The President of The Internet Very DC of you.

[@NoName-tz5ji]

Always a hold my beer crowd.

[@nctrnlmjsty798]

Im ordering a filter right meow... That scared me. Side note of appreciation : im an artist (tattoo, paint, furniture and a mean ass gamer and I've always hated cars...) Never gave a sh*t about them... Out of 34 years on this earth you are the very first person to actually interest me into vehicle maintenance. I even worked at Autozone briefly. You're my favorite channel on youtube. My fiance is even impressed with the sh*t I've learned from your videos. She catches me watching them untill 530 am every night/morning. Your friends and family are blessed to have such a knowledgeable person around. Thank you very much.

[@jr3474]

the flow of gasoline is opposite to the test you did... Filters catch the dirt on the outside, filter it and flow towards the engine from the inside. Neverthe less, awesome experiment. Now people can get educated and see whay their filter must be changed in order to protect the fuel injection system

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@tyguy6296]

Joe Rivers I noticed that too, but I assume it's because he wanted to show the filter actually doing something, but the proper direction would not be possible with the cover removed

[@rickyshan4327]

Joe Rivers CDs fb Jon bjbjbbjj c. Vnbbnbnbhbhbh

[@SE45CX]

it's quite obvious when you think about it. On the outside it has the most surface to take the contaminants. I think a fuel filter in reverse would work too, but doesn't last as long as the correct orientation.

[@Hypercube9]

"Hi, I'm Chris Fix and it's really important you get the direction of flow correct. Note the big fucking arrow so even idiots can figure this shit out. Now, here's my dumbass test where I run fuel backwards through a fuel filter and act like I've proven a goddamn thing. Oh look, the fuel came out still dirty, I guess fuel filters suck but are better than nothing!" Palm meet forehead.

[@Demon09-_-]

sadly all these new dang cars stick the fuel filter right in the tank with the fuel pump

[@trizkial7592]

Damien they def want your money lmao

[@_playa_]

I hate what they do with cars now

[@willowandluka5302]

Drop the fuel tank then. Lol jk yea that’s a pain in the ass

[@charizardsniper5064]

Now???? I got a 1999 Dakota and after watching this video I got excited and guess what it has 😑😑😑😑😑

[@adamspitfire]

Ah the good old days when a fuel filter was 3 bolts and a gasket

[@himasayed]

in Egypt we change fuel filter After 3 month max lol our fuel is too bad

[@chrisfix]

Wow, that is often. Thanks for sharing!

[@WarthDader74]

+himasayed I change mine once a week

[@bbgunnerman]

+himasayed If I had to change the fuel filter on my toyota pickup every 3 months I'd sell the thing... Its such a pain in the ass!

[@Anderon1210]

+himasayed i just checked the fuel tank of my bike. Our Gas here in germany is clear like water... not even yellowish like in the video

[@bbgunnerman]

***** Must be all the ethanol in the states

[@davewilliams4556]

Great test, and I have cut open just about all my fuel filters if I've had time. It has always just confirmed or not that that the agony and time of removing some of these rusty in-line GM filters hasn't been wasted.

[@SGM260190]

After changing the 300K filter, did you notice any improvement in performance or MPG?

[@jackiechan_wtf4041]

+SGM 26 Fuel filters do what they are advertised. They filter the gas, simple. Performance? No. MPG improvement?, yes but not much, do don't be surprised if your car doesn't start one day because of a clogged filter. Just another part of preventive car maintenance.

[@bluelight456]

+SGM 26 Personally I had a huge performance increase on my 95 C1500 after changing the fuel filter. Has 230k miles on it and I don't know if it was original or not. It was however the first time I changed it. Symptoms that went away were: hesitation and an extreme lack of acceleration. I'll also mention it's TBI and not direct injection.

[@derjoh1986]

+SGM 26 Yes it does. mine did after 190,000 mi. I had a V8 powered 1975 Datsun 280Z

[@KnolltopFarms]

+derjoh1986 Dang, my OG 280ZX strait 6 turbo did some serious "drifting" before that was even a word back in the late 80's. I loved fanning the clutch as I dropped it from 4th to second and squirted around corners with ladies crying in delight. I can only imagine how much rubber a V-8 would would lay down!?!

[@derjoh1986]

Yes! Good times!! It was also funny to see high powered turbo factory cars scratching their heads in disbelief. Lol

[@wafflesarebetterthanpancak3199]

You should have used a can opener 😂

[@clistyn6066]

Lol

[@scottbonnyman2009]

That was my initial thoughts

[@ryanwashenesky5044]

Tubing cutter

[@Woodenarrows]

Great video and an excellent example of the need to change that filter. Amazing the debris that was in the van's filter!

[@saywhat9158]

That fuel pump must have been made out of titanium to last this long having to force gasoline through that level of restriction without burning out. I doubt one on a modern car would survive that long under those conditions.

[@JohnSmith-wx9wj]

+482lost That's because the demonstration he used was a Fram filter, while the original was a Motorcraft. Ford contracts their filters to a higher specification than an off the shelf Fram filter, as does GM. Mopar filters last I heard were Fram filters painted blue.

[@JohnSmith-wx9wj]

***** Thanks

[@jasonstrout4502]

I just bought a 2003 4x4 5.3L GMC Yukon XL with 210,364 and I am doing this ASAP also just did rear brake pads rotors parking brake shoes & hardware now to order air filter, plugs, wires it runs ruff at idle so I am cleaning the throttle body too thank you so much for all your hard work Chrisfix you're the man.

[@Jackinacox]

Changed mine at 100k, you can barely hear the fuel pump priming now. Before it was noisy as hell!

[@my2commonsense476]

So, why did you go 300,000 miles without changing it?

[@codypendency9482]

He takes really good care of his cars I'm not sure why, maybe he forgot lol

[@car_guy4888]

didnt he say it was a family car so maybe his parents own it.

[@alexm2623]

Don't fix it if it ain't broke is probably why. For a lot of vehicles you have to drop the tank, and most people just replace the filter when they replace a fuel pump while it's down.

[@VigilanteVegan]

The fuel filter's an inexpensive fix, you replace that as regular maintenance so you don't have to replace the fuel pump.

[@alexm2623]

Yeah they're cheap, and if you have easy access to it, definitely swap it regularly. I just meant that in some vehicles you can't access the filter easily (such as when it is inside the tank and part of the fuel pump assembly). A ton of older cars were like this, so people only swapped them at the same time they replaced the pump since it's such a hassle. People who used to have cars like that forget to swap it on newer cars with easy access because they're used to just doing it with the pump.

[@CFIRST58]

Hi Chris, All your video's have the best camera angle views I have seen on any video, it's like being there, every step described in great detail. I really appreciate that!! I am about to change the fuel filter in my car, can you recommend a good filter to use?

[@Picklejam08]

Depends also, on where you buy your gas. In Connecticut, refined gas is tested often, the gas station holding tanks are all fiberglass now, so no rust like from the old underground metal tanks, and the holding tanks are vented to avoid condensation. My last filter was changed at over 100,000 miles on a 17 year old car. It was still clean.....almost like new. In Texas years ago, I had a 1991 Acura, and that filter at 100,000 miles and 15 years was filthy beyond belief. I suspect it was from gas station metal holding tanks.

[@chrisfix]

Interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@mr.peanutbutter6969]

Honey, That jackass is buying all the fuel filters!

[@shredder_mang3211]

Mr. Peanutbutter mr mayor

[@youpie]

whos that dog

[@vtroyer]

Bojack Horseman and Mr. Peanutbutter in the same room? What is this, a crossover episode?

[@joemamma4324]

LOLOLOL

[@roooomification]

Great video, thanks for that! Suprisingly, that vetta one was rusty... had the same experience with GM's Opel Vectra 2.2 petrol - looked like a new car after 10 years, with 130k miles, but the filter was completely rusty and, unfortunately, rust came into injectors, so the repair was more expensive.. since that time, when I am buying a car, I am always changing also fuel filter with all those other stuffs (cabine filter, air filter, sparks etc.)

[@mypointofview-fj1hg]

best fuel filter I seen so far

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@Cherryblossom656]

Wow it's amazing that windstar is still going strong

[@electronicshelpcare]

Thanks for the great video.

[@MasterGaming-el7jx]

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[@dirtnapz996]

@@MasterGaming-el7jx your channel is gay

[@dirtnapz996]

@@MasterGaming-el7jx worst gaming channel I’ve seen.

[@MasterGaming-el7jx]

@@dirtnapz996 stfu

[@dirtnapz996]

@@MasterGaming-el7jx no seriously.. it’s bad

[@JordanMSeverns]

"interesting. they tied a rope around it for some reason" lol

[@GordorBR]

+Jordan Severns that was tottally strange stuff

[@XerxesTheGreatOne]

its to give the pleats extra strength

[@DiraNightcore]

Tied a rope around its self lol. Tried to put its self out its misery

[@XerxesTheGreatOne]

lol

[@rrrrrr-fp6wn]

+Ame Nightcore youre so original ^^

[@charizardsniper5064]

Hey Chris I always love your videos and have really learned new things and got confidence to do it with just hand tools. A lot of KZbinrs show you but you actually explain and get into the science of it so we actually know why what we’re doing is important. I do have a question though I have a ‘99 dodge Dakota and for some reason It has a “lifetime” fuel filter on it meaning it’s in the tank is there a way to engineer an external one or do I have to drop that tank every time?

[@jeremygirtz3254]

I really appreciate how thorough you are in your education videos.

[@tboneski3809]

Great videos man. Keep em coming.

[@chrisfix]

+Tim Stoinski Thanks a lot Tim!

[@shawnp8429]

+ChrisFix are you in Maryland

[@jorgeespinoza2181]

you do the best videos

[@ryanlarosa6074]

My dad's 1988 Saab 900T still has its original fuel filter with 175k on the clock, and we've been having trouble getting it started. I'm willing to bet its probably a clogged filter.

[@chrisfix]

Change it out and see!

[@scottbonnyman2009]

Was it the filter?

[@jarrettembry9509]

were you right?

[@dominiquestephenson7367]

Used to own a Saab 900 turbo...but that fuel filter is over $100 bucks! Parts were unreal for that car.

[@jarrettembry9509]

@@dominiquestephenson7367 no wonder the company died when there was that kind of ridiculous premium

[@rideout_ryan]

i love how he spends money on new fuel filters and cuts them open just to show you what a new one will look like

[@jacksonstephens9772]

yah

[@JoeBob79569]

Fuel filter change is definitely a good idea to save the strain on your fuel pump. This is something I never even considered before now. On my last car I changed the fuel filter after about 1,000 miles because the car stalled a few times, and it didn't stall again after I changed the filter, so I might have got some really bad fuel, or maybe some gunk from the bottom of the tank.

[@kornerklan3670]

In Poland most people change fuel filter at the same time when change the oil, oil filter and air filter. I think that is the best way to service :D

[@josephtahan11]

Here in North America we have newer cars ! Which has expensive gas filter about $40 + $120 labor +13% tax=$180 in Poland and Eygept it coast max $30 for full tuneup. in North America full tuneup coast us$400

[@lazar2175]

Joseph Tahan Do it yourself,you just watched a video on changing the filter. Buy oil,coolant,oil filters,coolant flusher,brake fluid,gas filter,air filter. Change oil,flush cooling system,change brake fluid,change oil/air/gas filters. Top up power steering and wiper fluid. Check/change:light bulbs,brake pads,tyres. Cost: Oil(5l=40$), Coolant(5l=27€), Brake fluid(1l=10$) Oil filter(10$) Air filter(10$) Fuel filter(10$) Total cost:107$ plus your labour.

[@DjSandy46901]

I change my fuel filters at every service... 5000km

[@brazilbeyondtheheadlines]

That really depends on the gas quality. In Brazil there is a big ethanol percentage and the gas is not that clean so every two oil changes I change my fuel filters. Never had a car too troublesome to do that (all I owned were compacts made in Brazil, though)

[@freetolook3727]

Did you replace those leaky head gaskets yet?

[@christianmotley262]

Yup and it's gonna run a NASCAR race this Sunday!

[@jasonhagar9320]

7:40 thought that was a roach😂

[@howiewill]

Dude! I could watch your videos all day. I acquired an abused 2005 PT Loser with 200k miles and never had an oil change. Oil everywhere from all the gasket leaks. I can tell I’m gonna have to replace the fuel filter after this.

[@TheAutisticOwl]

Do you think your family's Windstar will be able to reach 1,000,000 miles one day? There is an airport taxi🚖 driver whose Ford Mondeo of nearly the same era has reached 1,000,000 miles on its clock (by clock, I'm reffering to the odometer).

[@sonyabadass]

no way, max is 999,999

[@JohnBarrow1961]

@@Luckingsworth Evidently they are not designed to rust and fall apart. Did you even watch the video? 20 years old and 305,000 miles. Clue in.

[@T0198]

It will keep functioning as long as you keep spending money into it.

[@claudespeed277]

I bet it is the facelifted mondeo, a 98Ford contour which is the mondeo with some differences, it was for sale near me, and it had 914k miles, it has the 2.0 l zetec engine.

[@ScubaCat3]

Man, you're seriously lucky you didn't kill your fuel pump by not changing that filter. The fuel pump is a mega PITA job on that Windstar!!

[@chrisfix]

+ScubaCat3 haha, this van is a tank!

[@ScubaCat3]

+ChrisFix They're good. We have the 2002 model and nothing seems to stop it!

[@ClintsTractor]

Per Ford's maintenance schedule, that fuel filter should have been changed ten times by now. (Every 30,000 miles.) Now that the restriction has been removed, I would expect that pump to not last much longer...

[@nastysoda9212]

I learn so much watching your videos, you do actual scientific inspections or tests.

[@michaelareynolds6390]

i make fuel filters and one thing that im very impressed with/embarrassed about is the rubber band is to be removed also your test subject filter had to big of pleat gaps thay will also effect the filtration. major ocd about those things.

[@chrisfix]

+Michaela Reynolds thanks for sharing! That's cool you make filters!

[@JaimeCarlosCamacho]

My english isn't that good. Care to elaborate your points please? Do you mean the rubber ring that seals old filter designs? Can you post a picture of the pleat gaps of a great filter please?

[@VMAFIA]

How did the van even run? I'm wondering if you can tell a difference in the way the vehicle drives

[@olahdanihair]

V-MAFIA same

[@subscribeordiefukyou]

well now we can't check because now our guy's van is a goner... its breaking apart but chris still holds onto it, maybe to remember the good times on road trips

[@retrox684]

Xzaratherg yeah it has a lot of rust issues now

[@whydoihave6neutrals772]

RetroX still runs though haha

[@mickroberts9073]

Thank you, your video of fuel filter explains why my kangoo is slow to start. I will get a new one. Thanks Chris. From Mick Roberts, Lancing, England.

[@rehan.k45]

#stoptruckabuse #stoptruckfuelfilterabuse

[@MrAngusyoungistheman]

Mechanical lives matter

[@D24-j6b]

Ikr

[@DominikDoesGaming]

He needed to change it tho

[@adamjensen2.0]

Great upload, I can't believe the 305k filter lasted so long. I especially like the flow test that's some interesting stuff!

[@STORMELOVER67]

Thanks for t wonderful video, amazed to see the importance of fuel filters...i changed my filters in honda city diesel & am surprise to see the pick up

[@chrisfix]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@dionlembut]

Holy,, my toyota has 900.000 kilometers on the clock and I never thought of changing the fuel filter. Imma buy one now.

[@Shocker8MTA]

lol

[@dionlembut]

@@tunneling-nanotubes lol it was super bad 😂

[@graceperez9672]

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[@RodknockRhett]

I am extremely amazed the fuel pump survived having to work so hard. But I've noticed older Ford fuel pumps are unusually strong.