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Fuel filter #’s

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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #1 –
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.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

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Reply #2 –
 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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

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Reply #3 –
The secondary filter will be under the fuel pump on the left side of the engine which is the right side
of the coach.
Peter and Frieda Morin
1999 36ft. U320 Foretravel
Build # 5436
1998 Suzuki Sidekick Sport

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Reply #4 –
 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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #5 –
Quote from: Leonard –
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.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #6 –
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.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

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Reply #7 –
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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

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Reply #8 –
Quote from: Leonard –
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.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #9 –
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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #10 –
 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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

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Reply #11 –
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.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #12 –
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
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny

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Reply #13 –
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.
1998 36 foot U270 Build No. 5328 WTFE, 900 watts solar, Victron controller, B2B, bat monitor, 600 AMPH lithium with 2018 Chevy Colorado toad, SKP #110239, Motorcade #17781, 2021 Escape 17B for when Coach is broken down and campsites are too small, retired and full-timer since Dec. 2020. Part of RV family since 1963.

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Reply #14 –
Quote from: Realmccoy –
My 97 C8.3 325 hp use's Fleetguard FS 1251. It is listed as 20 microns.

For primary or secondary?
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Reply #15 –
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.

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #16 –
Thanks  My primary is a FS 1242    The FS 1251 has the improved element per Fleetguard
Leonard and Sherry Casteen                             
1998 u295 36'   
Build # 5257                     
2001 Jeep Cherokee                                             
Springdale SC                                       
Australian Labradoodle    Ginny
 

Re: Fuel filter #’s

Reply #17 –
Quote from: Leonard –
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
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020