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JJ · 08-11-2002, 10:00 PM

Just to hazard a guess.... It's probably due to the constant vibrations on a motorcycle. It may fall apart internally under those conditions. Otherwise, I wouldn't know. Perhaps a call to the manufacturer will answer this.

**redliner1973** · 08-11-2002, 10:44 PM

the Vibrations of a motorcycle will cause the filter to either come apart ( the element is replaceable) or the glass will break if vibration or something causes it to bang up against the bike. You are better off either getting a metal one, or using a one-piece type of filter.

**Billy Ricks** · 08-11-2002, 10:48 PM

I've used one like it for years, don't worry about it. One suggestion though, use some zip ties or something to tie the fuel line near the filter to the frame so it's not bouncing around.

**Anonymous** · 08-12-2002, 01:22 PM

It is due to vibration that these are not recommended -- either due to the thing coming apart, or the glass breaking. Auto engines are pretty sublime to that of a motorcycle (plus the gas ain't gonna pour down between your legs 8O ).

What you can do is to put a drop of Loctite thread locker on the thread before you tighten it up and wrap it in some large rubber hose with a tie wrap. The thread locker will hold it together, but it will still come apart with a wrench, and the hose will keep it from banging around and cracking the glass. Be VERY sparing with the thread locker though, don't need very much.

Roger

**Anonymous** · 08-12-2002, 02:14 PM

I would hope that your gravity fed fuel system is less than 10PSI.

**Jeff Tate** · 08-13-2002, 12:50 AM

They probably meant modern bikes which a good number of are fuel injected and have high pressure fuel lines. I would think on older bikes it would work fine due to the lines being vacuum operated so to speak.

**Jeff Tate** · 08-13-2002, 12:56 AM

Another thought... They probably want you to buy the exact same thing at a motorcycle shop for $19.99 instead of $2.99 at Pep Boys.

**Anonymous** · 08-13-2002, 04:40 AM

another fuel filter question

Hi,

Just bought an in-line fuel filter from JCwhitney, and was wondering about the best place to put them on my bikes. And do i need to buy anything else to install them? Neither bike has ever had a fuel filter installed.

I have a '82 GS 650 L and a '94 Kaw Vulcan 750.

**Anonymous** · 08-13-2002, 10:28 AM

Install the filter between your petcock and carbs. Your fuel line will have to be cut and if it doesn't fit tightly onto the filter connections you will have to install hose clamps (teeny ones). Should cost more than 25 cents per.

**Anonymous** · 08-13-2002, 11:17 AM

Originally posted by Jeff Tate

Another thought... They probably want you to buy the exact same thing at a motorcycle shop for $19.99 instead of $2.99 at Pep Boys.

ding ding .........We have the REAL answer here

**Jeff Tate** · 08-13-2002, 02:57 PM

Originally posted by Alwyn678

Originally posted by Jeff Tate

Another thought... They probably want you to buy the exact same thing at a motorcycle shop for $19.99 instead of $2.99 at Pep Boys.

ding ding .........We have the REAL answer here

Been there too, huh?

**Jay B** · 08-13-2002, 07:33 PM

I had one of those and if you have even the hint that you have any rust or dirt in the tank get rid of it. It wont stop anything but the largest chunks from getting into the carbs.

**Anonymous** · 08-13-2002, 08:04 PM

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Chris

The after the fuel petcock filter wont stop anything that the one in tank misses.It is a much better filter

**Anonymous** · 08-13-2002, 08:06 PM

fuel filter

Chris

The after the fuel petcock filter wont stop anything that the one in tank misses.It is a much better filter

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