Gas Filter...crusty clips??

[Thomas C Potter]

I have been unable to depress the stupid clips to release the gas filter.
Any ideas before I get real forceful??

Some dumb ash thought the clips were a great idea!!@#$%^&*(

[RubberCtyRauder]

Buy spares before doing it.
check this link, it may help
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=56581

[Logizyme]

yeah just use a screwdriver and break the clips out, just try not to damage the end of the line. Many aftermarket filters come with new clips.

[1Marauder]

And many times the shop takes out the free two or three clips from each box, so you have to buy a clip kit along with the filter.

I still need to replace my filters too.

[justbob]

Those free clips are not the same as the factory ones that you push in to release.


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[FordNut]

Those free clips are not the same as the factory ones that you push in to release.


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With a little sandpaper you can make them work though...

[fastblackmerc]

Break the clips off. If they are bad you can't / shouldn't reuse them.

Get a larger filter - Motorcraft – FG800A (larger than stock, use a hose clamp to secure it to stock bracket after you bend the bracket out a bit).

Get these from your local NAPA store - FILNCK11 – qty. 10 fuel filter clips.

[ledzilla]

I simply busted my clips off and used zip ties to hold the filter on. Been that way for years, not a single problem.

[Thomas C Potter]

Thnx all

I still say there must be a better way. I know many mfrs us em. Pos....