Our 98 u295 came with a box of various filters but the numbers don't match the specs Just getting ready to service in the fall I am curious what numbers others may already use
Look at the part numbers on the existing filters and do a cross reference search,let us know what engine you have would help.
You should be able to see all the filters to get the number.
The engine is a 97 c-3 325 hp Cummins I guess I assumed all 98 u295 were that engine also sorry Can't see the secondary filter yet I am planning to relocate it maybe if my health allows Our previous Monaco isc 350 taught me to research more The engine would miss on hills or when accelerating to pass Changed fuel filters twice before researching the numbers closer at Fleet Pride Someone had installed Cat filters that were a lot tighter micron Problem solved
The secondary filter will be under the fuel pump on the left side of the engine which is the right side
of the coach.
I called FT parts dept gave me a part number for the secondary filter but it is 30 micron I want at least a 10 or less for the secondary Will keep digging
Correct. A 30 micron is OK for the primary fuel filter, but crazy for the secondary filter.
Think you need to use the recommended filter,the filter ratings are at different percentages,the 30 micron may be at 100% and
the 10 may be at 80% ,try adding some Diesel kleen and some additive for algae that may be some of your problem.The secondary filter is not that hard to get to,I would'nt even think of relocation,lift the mattress and you can get to it.
Not having issue with foretravel it will climb a tree Filter issue was previous Monaco I was wanting primary at 30 micron and secondary at 10 micron if I can Thanks
Likely the correct answer. Each engine/fuel system has specs that establish to what micron the fuel must be filtered to. Some Cummins engines are 5 microns. For best information, call Cummins with your engine serial number.
Cummins 800-286-6467
BTW, Caterpillar calls for 2 micron filtration for their engines.
Thanks Brett The numbers in my foretravel book in Cummins section the secondary specs are 30 microns like the primary That's seems too loose Will call Cummins also
By the way Cummins primary and secondary fuel filters are both 25 micron and both water separators for the 97 c-3 8.3 325 hp
It is absurd to have the same micron filter for primary and secondary. The primary will catch everything and the secondary will have a "free ride", and really only need to be changed based on time as the filter media doesn't have an infinite life.
Were it me, I would stick with the 30 micron primary and a 10 micron secondary just as you planned.
I agree Going to fleet pride in the morning to see if I can find a differant secondary I did question Cummins but he did not seem helpful It's who you get sometimes That is another reason want both filters chassis mount
My 97 C8.3 325 hp use's Fleetguard FS 1251. It is listed as 20 microns.
Edit: The 1251 is secondary, on engine. I use Baldwin FS 5813 for primary. Baldwin claims it is 25 microns absolute. This is what came on coach when I bought it and I've been using it on a regular basis.
For primary or secondary?
Enquire at Wix. Find the thread pitch and od of the ring. Submit a question . 25/8 micron may be close. 3-5 final will help the pump last.
They are very helpful.
Thanks My primary is a FS 1242 The FS 1251 has the improved element per Fleetguard
That shows to be a 20 micron filter: Salesforce B2B Commerce (https://www.fleetpride.com/parts/fleetguard-fuel-filter-with-water-separator-fs1251)