Replacing the fuel filter on an 88-95 OBS Chevy 1500

[@kicknsystm]

I like that shirt, plus you gave me a head start on helping my friends truck.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@kicknsystm You won the shirt! Email us at [e-mail] with your shirt size and address.

[@florentinoperaz6587]

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[@markprescott6477]

Hey man - just did this this morning, and it seems to have 100% fixed my problem. I have a 1994 Silverado 1500 with the 5.7 V8. About three weeks ago, I was running low on gas and I stopped at a place I had never been before. A few miles from home, my truck started having no power and I couldn't get it over 40 mph and I had the pedal to the floor. I immediately thought it was bad gas, so I went down to my usual station and filled it up with 93 octane and got a bottle of lucas injector cleaner and poured in. It started acting better almost immediately, but still had hesitation and I could feel the power loss. It also was hard to start last weekend after taking it to Lowes. I was thinking either fuel pump or maybe fuel pressure regulator. Some people over on the GMT-400 subreddit, and your video told me to replace the fuel filter. I could have never believed that something so cheap would have turned out to be the problem! I did like you and blowed on the old filter and new filter. It was a 10 minute job! On the old one, I could hardly blow through it! So since I haven't had a chance to test the hot start issue, I can say right now with about 90% certainty that this solved it. I went for a test drive this morning and have smooth acceleration, no dead spots or hesitation in the throttle. So I just wanted to say, Thank You!

[@orionglace8490]

This reasures my problem at the moment. Thank you

[@xXSiamangXx]

Mine is doing the power thing right now I’ve tried several things so I guess this will be my first step!

[@jbrm26]

Thank you for this video I am going to change an 1994 chevy k1500 fuel filter in a few and your video really helped me understand the process. Much appreciated.

[@theunbubba]

Pro tip. Golf tees come in handy to block escaping fuel. Don't forget to use gas rated thread tape!

[@USSRairsoft]

Your channel has been incredibly helpful. I'm in the process of working on a 93 suburban. I sure hope there are a few more comments. A free shirt sounds cool.

[@cecilnutall7923]

@Suburban Ranch, thank you. On my daughter's 1994 GMac 1500, this was one of the easiest replacements I have done. There were no arrows on my purchase, so I just matched the direction and shape of the replaced one. Once the correct size tools were matched, ready, set replaced.

[@michaelcarson4401]

Just bought a 99 GMC 1500 as a project truck so keep the videos coming..

[@benwrenchin]

I bought an 88 Chevy K1500 and this is my first project truck ever. I agree, keep the videos coming! 👍

[@kirkmcknight113]

You are under the truck that's on a lift. It would be nice to know the size wrenches used to remove the old filter. I don't want to crawl under with a lot of tools I won't need. I'm 72 and don't have a hard floor, so crawling in the dirt in and out for wrenches. When you do a video on repair or replacement, it would be nice if you take into consideration that not everybody has access to an overhead lift. Yes the the replacement will be the same.

[@TexasAristocrat]

21 wrench & 17 wrench… take some good pliers in case it’s seized up

[@kapislap]

i just rewatched paused and zoomed he starts with a 21 and a 16 then finished with a 19 and 16 because the differe t brand filter.... bout to do it myself i bet mine will be a 20 and a 15 hahahhaha every damn year they change somthing stupid

[@Sportsmanf]

I'm about to do a replacement on mine but I'm just going to take two crescents in there Hope like hell it works Don't have the proper sizes don't care to try to guess

[@joel96763]

Thanks for the vid. About to do mine. 300K miles overdue 😬😳

[@GaMeRfReAkLIVE]

How is this man supposed to know what brand fuel line or fuel filter you have on your truck? What if he gave the sizes he used and yours were different, youd still be upset wouldnt you? If your 72 years old you have more then enough time to do one more google search for what size the standard fuel line and filter are on top of this 4 minute video.

[@ckdd8891]

That paper towel was perfect to catch the fuel. Thanks for the video.

[@David-yh5po]

Thanks for sharing

[@brianrindlisbacher7033]

thanks for the video, it looks alot easier then i thought

[@chrisnorrup5419]

Ty, this video was extremely helpful. I look forward to watching more, on this yr and model truck, ty again bud.

[@AndreSiedentopf]

Just watched your video, thanks. Man having that lift sure makes it easy. Hard to believe you haven't hit a 100 comments yet. Just bought my first Suburban, a 99 K1500 LT. Ive had over 70 cars in the last 45 years too.. Bought from original owner, 264,000 miles. I'm loving it. Thank for all the videos. André

[@TammyPerry-q6t]

Thank you I'm changing my fuel filter today Love the Shirt 👕

[@RhubarbRailway]

I think that the wrench sizes *MAY* vary, as I know on the filter assembly that I just bought for my 1993 K1500 has 19mm (3/4") ends on it.

[@Milkman3572000]

Darn, I was hoping for a fuse to pull to disable the fuel pump. Still another quality video. WHO loves old Chevy Trucks? WE DO WE DO

[@OverVolts83]

Fuse box under hood, there one labeled ecm or pcm its a 20 amp fuse for the fuel pump

[@artillery0811]

I would still remove the fuse to be safe, you don’t want the little bit of pressure to continue going and spill on the floor causing safety hazard.

[@youknowme8693]

love this video man! plain and simple straight to it! definitely subscribed

[@hawkdsl]

LMC truck sells the plastic bracket that holds all the lines and the fuel filter. Yours is broken (they all break.. they used to open to remove the filter.. they lasted two filter changes, lol). The new style is just a slip fit (doesn't open), and should last allot longer. And I remove myself from the t-shirt offer. :)

[@SuburbanRanch]

@hawkdsl we thought it should have a holder but weren’t sure since we couldn’t decide if it looked snapped off or not. Also we couldn’t find the part on LMC truck. Do you have a link to it by chance?

[@hawkdsl]

@@SuburbanRanch Looks like they no longer have it.. I'm hunting for it now as well (always good to have a spare). The GM Part# is; 15696678

[@hawkdsl]

Looks like we are SOL.. but ran across a second option... Weldon Fuel Pump Mounts 600-24 (and similar).. If you don't mind drilling into the frame, I imagine you could drill right through the remaining plastic bracket, and use this mount in stock location. You can find it at Summit Racing for like 14 bucks. There are several sizes, and I can't remember off the top of my head how wide the filter is.

[@genoarriola1203]

@@SuburbanRanch You can use pipe strapping that is sold by the roll. It's perforated with different size holes and comes in both plastic and metal rolls available at your hardware store. It's the stuff some people use to strap their water heaters with. You can make it to fit to the existing old bracket mounting bolts and just remove or loosen the bottom bolt to slide the filters in and out the next time.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Geno Arriola Thanks for the tip!

[@ator2659]

Good stuff man 👍🏽

[@SAMG20000]

Short and to the point, nice video

[@Puppetorium]

Great video got all info I needed thanks

[@keithfrazier8616]

Great information and straight to the point 👌

[@L1dechuy09]

I just got a k1500 4x4. Thanks for the video

[@macleggett]

Good video, I'm gonna give this a try on my suburban

[@richrohde883]

Detail that's what you need I'm trying to find out which way that fuel filter goes in a could not see the arrow remember detail helps a lot.

[@SuburbanRanch]

The arrow points towards the engine.

[@genoarriola1203]

Good informative video, but what are the wrench sizes you are using? Also, shouldn't there be a support bracket holding the filter from vibration?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@ Geno Arriola Yes, there should be a bracket but it is long gone. Can’t recall the size of the wrenches offhand.

[@michaelstreck0925]

From the video it looks like 21mm and 16mm. Does that sound right?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Michael Streck that’s possible but I don’t think we had the right size wrench for the job at the time so those are probably close

[@wkeiter]

Nice work keep the videos coming

[@LJAlaska]

This saved me $150! TY

[@kinlaw1603]

Thanks man helped alot

[@RhubarbRailway]

Thanks for the video, I just subscribed.

[@thestrawedhatter4975]

Saved me a decent bill from a shop!

[@tonymontanamalverde]

Can you make a video on how to fix the brake lights on these trucks? I have an issue with the break lights coming on my truck. Thanks

[@bobcasper7360]

I had no clue where to find the fuel filter at, or how many there were on my 91 regular cab long bed 2wd Silverado 5.7L

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Ben Casper Inside of the drivers side frame rail. Just 1 filter

[@vicgonzalez8351]

How do check the fuel filter is good

[@jamesbiggins9007]

Great video thank you

[@Circasurvivor77]

I’m wondering if my truck has 2 filters or is that only on diesel trucks that have 2 filters.

[@Investigator8494]

Not sure why you can’t mention the size of the wrenches. But thanks for the video.

[@SuburbanRanch]

It varies from filter to filter. I can’t remember what the old or new ones were. Someone commented that they used a flare nut wrench size 16 mm & a Standard 20 mm wrench for their 1991 Chevy K 1500. Other models had suggestions to use 17mm Flare Nut Wrench.

[@bigbear72us_94]

I live in about 75 minutes from I.C. Would you come and do one on a 90 Chevy 3/4 ton? Rusted as hell. Go Hawks!

[@SuburbanRanch]

No, I’m allergic to rust! :)

[@jimmieredfern6502]

Thank you for the info !

[@jeremiesepeda1613]

Like your video very informative 👍

[@noelrodriguez5845]

Very helpful

[@tre9563]

I just ordered this filter

[@TheWorldisALie007]

I have 94 will only start up if i pour gas into the carborator. Reppace fuel relay. And filter. When it starts up ut runs fine but as soon as it shuts off. No start same sinerio. Also put two new fuel injectors.

[@donaldmayor6791]

What size are the wrenches you used since I do not have any available

[@jerrodransome4564]

Thanks got it done

[@andrebatle1902]

I'm having the same problem got to try that

[@GApawpawandnana]

Any suggestions if the filter won’t budge - I’m still working on my late husband’s truck. I’m on the ground with very little space.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Robin Try some penetrating oil on the filter, it’s probably just rusted. Glad that the fuel tank video was helpful!

[@bobkohrs2506]

Good video

[@sonjadb]

trying to get my Dad's truck running again, after it sat for a few years at their farm, changed sparks and wires, new battery, cranked right up, drove it in the yard, then hubby came behind me and overdosed it on enzyme additive and added gas, then it wouldn't start again, we drained tank and changed fuel filter, gave it 5 gallons of ethanol free, still won't stay started any ideas?

[@tonymontanamalverde]

The starter perhaps? Ignition switch, it could be one of many things. Distributor/ Cap? Good luck on getting it running

[@TTM719]

How many times should the ignition be cycled before you start the engine after you reconnect the fuel lines to the new filter?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@George L Morgan I would do a couple of cycles

[@TTM719]

@@SuburbanRanch Got it. Thank you.

[@DancinFool]

Looks fairly simple, but I am still gonna let someone else do it ;) Thx for the video !

[@funeralbell857]

Ya I'm gonna assume mine is so rusted that when I crank on that nut the whole thing is gonna fall apart lmao!

[@draft674]

Question is their anything you have to turn off before taking off the fuel filter or does the lines not excessively leak fuel when they are disconnected?

[@SuburbanRanch]

Residual fuel pressure will cause it to leak when disconnected. Have a pan ready to catch the gas!

[@kevinjones560]

Cool shirt

[@thndr_5468]

Mentioning the size of the wrenches would have been nice

[@SuburbanRanch]

It varies from filter to filter, that’s why we didn’t mention it. I can’t remember what the old or new ones were. Someone commented that they used a flare nut wrench size 16 mm & a Standard 20 mm wrench for their 1991 Chevy K 1500. Other models had suggestions to use 17mm Flare Nut Wrench.

[@rudyswartz9092]

What made you change the filter? My truck starting acting funny today, stalling randomly and eventually wouldn’t start at all. I’m thinking I’ll start with this

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Rudy Swartz It’s a good idea to change it every few years. We had no idea on the history so we changed it.

[@rudyswartz9092]

@@SuburbanRanch gotcha. My issue ended up being the fuel pump. Put a new one in yesterday

[@Steve-cs3tt]

What was your reason for replacing the fuel filter ? Thanks, Steve

[@SuburbanRanch]

Just general maintenance.

[@tonymontanamalverde]

How did that K&N Fuel Filter perform?

[@SuburbanRanch]

Fuel filter was fine

[@organicalchemist5416]

What size wrenchs though? That's all I needed to know 😆

[@SuburbanRanch]

It varies from filter to filter. I can’t remember what the old or new ones were. I think someone else commented the sizes somewhere

[@organicalchemist5416]

@SuburbanRanch ) Got it done...see your response a bit late. Good lookin' out, though. Flare Nut wrench size 16 mm & a Standard 20 mm wrench for my 1991 Chevy K 1500. [Other models had suggestions to use 17mm Flare Nut Wrench. I purchased the double-sided 16&17mm Flare Nut Wrench from Menards. Recommending PB Blast hours before using Flare Nut Wrench on rusted fuel lines. (4 hour soak allowed the work to be completed without twisting up fuel lines)

[@the_boatswain]

Thank you man!

[@codykiff6311]

Do these trucks/suburbans have a separate filter in the gas tank? Is there one attached to the fuel pump?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Cody Kiff I think there is a “sock” style filter in the tank but that’s not something you replace.

[@briandaniels3317]

Awesome

[@trippyshit7090]

I gotta do this on my 1993 gmc yukon

[@lukemo770]

No new O rings? no threat sealant?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Luke Mo No thread sealant. I didn’t notice, but there may have been an o-ring

[@manuelcampos9476]

Awesome Thank you!

[@fred1706]

Do you have a video on how to remove spark plugs?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Fred No video on the spark plugs sorry.

[@robertgrady6288]

Is there a second fuel filter in the chevy truck

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Robert Grady No. Unless you count the sock filter in the tank.

[@robertgrady6288]

@@SuburbanRanch thanks

[@Bigz28]

What’s the wiring for that’s running under it ?

[@damean6546]

Doing this right now, 😁 still like chkn the content

[@ELBertoProductions]

📈

[@TrippyWoodStock]

Anyone got a part number to the fuel filter retainer clip?

[@mattstewart4971]

Nice!

[@briantaylor9921]

What size was the smaller wrench that you used? I’m going to order a line wrench in that size.

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Brian Taylor I can’t remember but I don’t think we had the right size so we kinda just got one close and used it. Another guy thought it was maybe a 16mm if I remember right.

[@hueytlatoani1177]

Brian Taylor : I put the video in 1080 HD, and it looks like a 16mm.

[@RhubarbRailway]

It would not hurt to have a variety of flare wrenches, for future projects.

[@danb.3397]

It was all good UNTIL you weren't prepared for the fuel flow when the filter was removed.

[@oldschoolandy1]

I want a shirt!

[@deemoney8228]

I have a 1988 Silverado k1500 5.7 and the truck stalled on me 3 times when I was driving and I can see the check engine light come on but I was able to turn the truck back on only if I stepped on the gas pedal… lasted for 5 mins then shuts off again but the check engine light disappears when the truck turns on only comes on when the truck shuts off do u think it’s the fuel pump ? Or gas filter? Oh and yes I do smell a strong order of gas when the truck turns back on… 5.7 tbi

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Dee Money I’m not sure on this one. Hopefully someone else can help you!

[@RhubarbRailway]

Do you have any leaks in your fuel supply and return lines? I have a 1993 K1500 with the 5.7L TBI and my return fuel line had a pinhole leak that was hard to see unless the truck sat and idled in one spot for an extended duration of time. Boy, did she smell of gasoline until I replaced the return line...

[@deemoney8228]

@@RhubarbRailway no leaks that I know of I haven’t seen any kinda puddles and the check engine light is off only comes on when it’s about to die out… and only smell gas when I try to start it back up but I have to hold the gas pedal in order for it to start

[@deemoney8228]

@@RhubarbRailway it kinda hesitates before the engine shuts off

[@sillygily4435]

How low is the gas tank supposed to be? I tried this on mine the gas tank is under 1/4 and it still shoots gas out like crazy

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Silly Gily Just work fast!

[@Skyrimnut]

Why is fuel POURING out? You get a few drops!

[@SuburbanRanch]

It depends how long it has been sitting. Fuel pressure leaks down as it sits.

[@chingobling5063]

I’m gonna comment!

[@marioferrer5122]

You didn’t explain what we have to do before taking out the filter like do we disconnect the battery or the relay

[@SuburbanRanch]

Yes, you should disconnect the battery first.

[@anthonurios9946]

Still waiting on my shirt hahaha

[@TTM719]

Any issues with the k&n fuel filter? Do you think it's better than Ac Delco or any other brand fuel filter?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@George L Morgan No issues but I don’t think it’s any better than any name brand filter

[@TTM719]

@@SuburbanRanch Alright.

[@SiCkDiAbLo]

I'm gonna run out and get one of those...

[@kellyh817]

I wish they would have said what wrench sizes they were

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Kelly H I can’t remember what size we used. Someone said 21mm and 16mm. That is possible but I don’t think we had the exact right size at the time. I believe the size varies based on what filter you buy. Someone else commented saying theirs was 19mm/ 3/4in

[@randyjudahavilaofficial3281]

Nice!!!!

[@417emor]

Straight forward video

[@mattstewart4971]

Nice

[@jfc_666]

What's the difference between a GMC K1500 and a Chevy K1500

[@SuburbanRanch]

@patrick jaggers There is no mechanical difference. Just emblems and grille

[@oldbiker9739]

just look at that frame, real American Steel made in the USA ,the new trucks on the lot have more rust then that like a rock 30 year old truck , I still drive my 91 GMC 1500 short box , it's old and my buddy we went through a lot together.

[@corycashman5291]

Good info

[@corycashman5291]

Plus it easy for me so it was a in and out job

[@dougtorgerson6657]

How come you do not tell the sizes of the wrenches? That is what I wanted to know. Bah.

[@exonerated8281]

Why not list the tool sizes involved.. Mite as well have the right ones b4 climbing up under the truck.

[@RhubarbRailway]

There, it is done, 100 Comments!

[@luisavila826]

So how do you guys know when its time to change that filter?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@luis avila Filter is supposed to be changed as part of regular maintenance. Check your manual for intervals

[@smallblockafc3948]

Bro just wasted $20 of gas

[@willy3sticks647]

Same place and filter on my 1995 2 door tahoe

[@JulianFRosales]

will a bad fuel filter cause the vehicle to shut off when putting it into gear?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Julian No

[@oswaldocobian637]

Lol 😂

[@haydenstoneking1345]

What size wrench did you use?

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Hayden Stoneking I can’t remember off hand. Someone said 21mm and 16mm. That is possible but I don’t think we had the exact right size at the time. I believe the size varies based on what filter you buy. Someone else commented saying theirs was 19mm/ 3/4in.

[@Benji_405]

New Sub 😎

[@saucymoccasinbeats6717]

can you change the fuel pump with a full tank of gas

[@SuburbanRanch]

@Saucy Moccasin Beats The fuel pump… yeah as long as you have access to it. Probably have to drop the tank or take the bed off though. We haven’t done that so not 100% sure.

[@RhubarbRailway]

It is possible to cut an access hole in the bed to change the pump, which would obviate the need for a tank drop.

[@jeremiahjudy558]

I want to win that shirt bro!