Dodge Cummins diesel fuel filter kit install

[@Throttleupindustries]

Wow, what a great video Chris! We appreciate you taking the time and emailing us that you made it. Thank you. We install a lot of these kits in the shop and the short-beds are definitely a tighter area to work in. It's amazing how much more room is in front of that tank on the long-beds. It's nice to see someone do it on the short-bed though to show guys it's very possible to have great protection even in the tighter space. I think we have a guy in the shop that has the record time of 24 minutes installing one, but again like you said the first one always takes longer being cautious. Thanks again for the video. It is awesome! We certainly appreciate your business.........

[@miguelramirez4606]

Throttleupindustries I am a new Ram 2500 owner, what is the purpose of this kit?

[@malikcannon3928]

Instablaster...

[@stephenajones4438]

​@@miguelramirez4606 Better protection of your fuel system (injectors) and these filters are far more cheaper then OEM Fuel and water separator or even Napa water separator filters. It looks like it will be easier to change them out as well.

[@michaelt8791]

Just finished doing this on my truck yesterday. The main reason I went with this kit is because replacing the stock fuel filter (which has a very poor level of filtration compared to the Cat filters which I have used for years on semi tractor engines) is such a total PITA. At first glance it looks like it should drop straight down off the filter head. Nope. To do it right you should remove the fender liner and maybe pull off the driver's side tire too. Thought about using a sawzall to make a window in the fender liner to facilitate changing the filter but decided that wasn't really a good idea. I'm going to really enjoy changing these spin on filters next time I do a service job. I have a short bed but the Mega Cab so there was no need to bend the hose into a U shape. Some of the directions are a bit unclear until you get under the truck and study things, then most of it becomes obvious. Helped watching this video. I don't know who has an open end torque wrench so just make sure the fittings are good and tight or you are going to have leaks. As an added precaution I added hose clamps to the rubber fuel line where it goes into the barbed fitting. Probably not necessary but I had them laying around so I used them. Only thing that concerns me is these filters being right out in the open during cold weather. Just have to make sure I have plenty of additive in the tank I suppose. I also left the stock filter in place for a couple reasons. One, I just didn't feel like messing around with it right now, Two in the very remote chance something got into the down stream fuel line after the install ( I pointed it down and let it drain for a bit after cutting and deburring the steel fuel line) the stock filter should catch it. One of these days I'm going to pull the filter cartridge out of the stock housing and leave just the canister with the water in fuel sensor in place. I ran this idea past the guys at Throttle Up Industries and they said it should be fine but to make sure nothing got into the canister when putting it back into place after removing the filter. Make sure you cut the steel fuel line in such a place to allow you to snap the lines back into the frame mounted holders designed for that purpose. Vibration is your enemy here. I got lucky and didn't think about that until I went to push them into the holders and found I had done it exactly right, by accident. Last thought is the guy making this video, You didn't have a Crescent wrench? Some guys might not have bigger open end wrenches but using a Channel Lock pliers to turn a fitting? Made me cringe and I could hear my deceased father yelling at me if I did that.

[@robleo69]

@ 16:35 That "mount thing" is the OEM mounting bracket for the Severe Duty Filtration Kit for Cummins. Part numbers 68083853AB and 68026934AB WIF sensor wiring adapter.

[@jackdolphy8965]

great video CJ, thanks. I'm like you -- measure 3x, think about it, recheck tools and clearances, measure 2x again..... when we're cutting into something like the fuel line and really don't want to screw up, it's good to be beyond extra careful lol lol

[@seeharvester]

Update to my last comment: The more I thought about your use of loctite, I figured you might be thinking the same thing I was thinking; that being, that if the lock washer is on top of the flat washer, what's to keep it from spinning? Probably should use some loctite to be safe. Well, after further research, turns out a lock washer should not be used on top of a flat washer, just as I suspected. But if one of the filter bases mounts to oblong holes on the mounting plate, I would say use the loctite and only the flat washers on those, and on the round holes, use only the lock washers with out any flat washers or loctite. That way one of the filter bases will be easy to remove for access to the o-rings. If that makes any sense. Thanks for taking the time to make the video, by the way. I planning on putting something like this on my truck, & this is very informative.

[@nathan00campbell]

ill be doing this set up for my 100 gallon tank on the flatbed. i will also be adding a ball valve between the filters and the tank. so when i go to change filters i can turn off the flow to keep from having a gravity/syphon feed mess

[@TheBirdandEagle]

Great video. I have a Dodge 3500 Ram 5.9 and will be looking in the future and doing the same thing. Thank you.

[@IdahoLife]

I think you'll find it is super easy. Best of luck!

[@stevebrien9759]

I'm sold. This will be the system I'll install on my '05 3500. Thanks for the video, it gives me the confidence to do the job myself.

[@archersfriend]

The kit SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED A METAL U BEND for the second fuel line to prevent any possibility of a crimped hose. Could not have cost the company more than $5.

[@hogie1685]

Hey Chris. Most important thing with these trucks is that you have adequate fuel pressure to your CP3 from your lift pump. My CP3 just went because I had low lift pump pressure. I would suggest that you check your fuel pressure goin to your CP3. If below spec get an aftermarket lift pump and fuel pressure gauge. This problem just Cost me 4 grand!!!

[@TheMCD1989]

Are you sure you have a 3rd gen cp3 truck? Sounds more like a VP44 truck. These 3rd gen trucks run relatively low FP to the injector pump, plus a CP3 isn't timed like a VP44 and about half the price, I don't see how that was $4k unless you did all you injectors at the same time.

[@minituck04]

This was a great video. Lengthy, but shown in a way a normal guy would go about installing. Keep posting up great videos like this.

[@billthompson9595]

Excellent! Thank you very much, I agree 3hrs is more like it. The kit looks very good. I am going to do it. It is amazing how someone can do an excellent video with out all the swearing and stupid comments. AGAIN THANK YOU

[@sk8sloppy98]

what did you do with the oem filter?

[@walterk1221]

This is a nice looking kit. But before I would consider installing it I would have to communicate with FCA and receive verification in writing this will not void any warranty. I know some will say "... it can't void warranty because it is better filtration..." and that may be true but an analogy is the LF9028 extended service lube oil filter. This filter has not been listed by FCA as suitable for use on the Ram truck. The LF9028 is used on Kubota excavator application of the B engine.

[@allincamo]

So since this install,how often do you replace the FACTORY filters........and the NEW installed ones ? Have you felt any difference in pedal,or mpg. ?

[@e.simons6964]

Good job! If ya keep your truck for the long-term, this is 1 of the 1st system you should be installing!

[@coreyadams4646]

Great job, so do you recommend the 2 filter kit? I kinda like the 1 filter kit. Because the 2012 already has a factory fuel and water separator.

[@IdahoLife]

Sold the truck a long time ago, but I hear good things about the 2 filter kit. I think 1 would be fine, as long as the engine already has a water separator.

[@cduggin.]

Why not get a fass or airdog?

[@bullrambler]

Thanks for sharing the video. Having changed fuel injectors in the 07 - 5.9 Cummins I could see the benefit of adding this fuel filter system to the fuel line. I wonder if the bracket will fit a Mega Cab configuration...? Or, do they make a specific bracket for each configuration...?

[@christopherryanstrickland8543]

BigRed56 Yes, it will fit a mega cab. I have the same kit on mine.

[@scottjohnson7677]

Good video. Just ordered this kit. How often do you drain the water?

[@carlhooten1701]

You have it on there long enough to change filters. Did you notice any gaulding on the threads on the adaptors. I got the same kit and am Leary of putting it on. 1 Because of the gaulding an 2 such small lines.. any help will be welcomed. Thank you for your time.

[@depdeim9787]

Get rid of that Baldwin filter. Use a cat or fleetgard. The fleetgard is made by Cummins

[@Turtle_the_fupa_slayer]

dep deim yeah it will make the pickup explode.

[@CharlesinGA]

OMG! 1) Should have used oil or Parker lube on the o-rings, never install dry as it can shred the o-ring and cause a leak later on; 2) Red Locktite is for rod and main bolts and such, this is a job for blue Locktite (I prefer the gel type, easier to work with); 3) Pleezzzzze use an adjustable wrench, Ford wrench, or the correct size open end, pliers score up the fittings; 4) Factory shop manual for my '03 says 30 lb/ft on the rear seat bolts.

[@DaRoach5882]

You should check out the Black Market kits they are sweet,

[@אתהברטון]

Why are you Running double filters in the rear though?

[@garylanders1470]

Nice kit and good job 🤙

[@TORAH-613]

I applaud you that you PAID for your parts. I really dont care much for these guts that do vids on parts that was given to the for free just to sell someones product. They remind me of the high school brat that his parents always buys him a truck and he never pays for anything. Great video.

[@thefbomb75]

im assuming you leave the stock filter in place?

[@ShainAndrews]

For the cost you would think they would supply a dual filter head.

[@nathankrug111]

Will you put a video on of the under the hood filter unit is it still in tact or did you remove it , or bypass it

[@IdahoLife]

+nathan krug I left the stock filter unit in place. Haven't had the 1.) motivation or 2.) desire to remove it.

[@jjruparcic]

Awesome video! Do you have a link to the site you bought the kit from? Thanks!

[@IdahoLife]

dieselfuelfilterkits.com/

[@marcoportillo8004]

Were you and find that kitt

[@TheKnightquest]

Now did you delete the fuel filter under the hood or leave it in?

[@happycamper5193]

I have a 2007 5.9 any issue with this without a pump? Any regrets on this style.

[@mikemcreynolds6236]

I don’t see the kit on the internet

[@michaelt8791]

Bought mine directly from Throttle Up Industries, and didn't pay what the guy making the video did either.

[@craigaverdung7805]

Great video Chris... Thanks for sharing!

[@archersfriend]

Nice job. You have a lot of patients. Best wishes.

[@terrywaters6186]

I didn't know he was a Doctor.

[@bullrambler]

I realize it's been some time since you did this video. And having watched it again - is there a reason why the O-rings didn't get a dab of oil on them...?

[@ron__dawg]

have you had any problems with the fuel pump pushing fuel through all 3 filters?

[@IdahoLife]

nope. none whatsoever.

[@robgrune3284]

hmm, over how many miles? extra filtration is always good for motor, but usually the pump must be upgraded to handle the extra volume and pressure, be it fuel or oil.

[@frankmjr6571]

Nice setup and great video

[@fredsiegfried1707]

Good job, extra protection, the screens on injectors won't clogg from using factory filter, don't listen to the clowns on here with their dik comments, I have over 40 years working on diesels and what you did works

[@seeharvester]

It occurs to me that eventually the o-rings in the connections between the filter holders will need to be replaced, or possibly leak for whatever reason when first installed, and having the bolts installed w/loctite might become a pain in the neck. Thoughts?

[@stephenajones4438]

Blue Loctite won't be a problem. Red, Loctite will be an issue.

[@hogie1685]

I'm goin to be doin this to my truck aswell. Mine also is a short box. I noticed u either don't have any skid plates or u took them off for this install? And changes on your truck idling after this install?

[@IdahoLife]

+hogie1685 no skid plates, truck is bone stock. No issues idling after this install either.

[@daveringuette8944]

Great explanation ! Thank you

[@robertanderson8613]

No. Sealant on threads?

[@michaelt8791]

No need with these type of compression and O ring fittings.

[@MichaelsGarage23]

do the lines rub against each other or against anything? looks like they may? worried about longevity and the integrity.

[@IdahoLife]

I've since sold the truck, but no, I didn't have any problems with lines rubbing or anything. Kit was as solid the last day as it was the first day.

[@basshooker689_3]

Thank you Chris, well done video! - Mike.

[@freytes2010]

I just ordered mine thanks for this video

[@Jon-O.]

You got a Cummins why put a Caterpillar filtration system on use Cummins. They have 2micron filters.

[@IdahoLife]

Been a while now, but I think the kit came with the Cat filters. Could be wrong though, maybe I just had them laying around.

[@Jon-O.]

@@IdahoLife yeah probably came with the kit

[@nickheinz3737]

Great Video, thanks for sharing.

[@Epiporte]

Gracias, muy bueno el video!

[@michaelprosperity3420]

Good video. I'm sure a shop would charge you 2 hours.

[@Turtle_the_fupa_slayer]

Cracks me up people with 200k miles on there truck an be like “yeah the stock setup is shit, just no protection”.

[@raychilcote5558]

After going through a set of injectors, some do think like this. Me included.

[@johncrawford9418]

Rest in peace cp3

[@jasonlind3510]

I was wondering about that too. I had to replace my fuel pump a few months ago. Replaced it with another in tank pump since the truck is stock. I went with the Carter which has 15psi at the CP3 and never drops below 9psi at full throttle (according to my gauge). I will monitor fuel pressure at CP3 if I install this and see what it does. I was also going to try to do the volume test after install.

[@TheCamarokid1976]

Jason Lind so what was the PSI

[@kenkreidler492]

I can't for the life of me get my fitting to stop leaking near the tank.

[@cotygradney5431]

Like his ending statement, if I can do, anybody can🤣, judging by how he was holding that ratchet wrench and not torquing from the rear, that pump will fall loose in a month! 🤦‍♂️

[@valerieleclerc2583]

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[@hogie1685]

Check out my vid Chris. I bought the bases and filters for $81 cdn tax in. Made my own bracket off watchin your vid. And taking measurement underneath my truck. Lol

[@Thejakegee]

Where did you find the fitting to connect your filter heads? I can't find it anywhere. -10AN connector

[@taylorvw9577]

Great video, thanks!