Fuel filter assembly identity

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Fuel filter assembly identity

May 29, 2020, 04:40:30 pm

I am long distance trouble shooting and without personally being able to touch "yet" can anyone identify this filter assembly. I'm guessing it's the Winn 200200 that will need the retro kit or other replacement of filter and primer pump assembly, fittings. Any information and suggestions are appreciated. Would like to pre-purchase some parts that require lead time before we drive 1200 miles to look at it. Suspecting it's a 2001? U320 ISM450. If the coach looks good we plan to repair what is needed and return home with it. Thanks for your help.
Scott and Kim

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Reply #1 – May 29, 2020, 04:46:47 pm

You just opened up a can of worms. Everyone has an opinion on that setup. I am against the grain on this one as I am going with "if it ain't broke why mess with it". I have it and carry both spare filters. I also have a Davco that I will put on if and when mine fails and I can't fix it.

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Reply #2 – May 29, 2020, 05:05:26 pm

Constant vacuum leaks from the Winn. Fixed mine 3 times. Replaced with a Parker racor. Not a field job. Replaced the fuel lines also as the low sulphur fuel destroys the rubber oem lines. HPDM? Replacement is required.

Ask about fuel lines. If not budget $2k plus the filter at $350 plus install.

If the tank get low on your drive home and the tank is lower than the motor when parked overnight and it won't start that's a vacuum leak and/or the Winn.

There is a button on the Winn to reprime it. May take several times,

Keep the tank full when parking overnight and/or a slight nose up parking place.

Low tank(1/2 or less) and nose down several times was when I noticed the problem.

Major Cummins shop in LA mechanic used to work for a major truck line when the Winn's were new and being used diagnosed the leak and bypassed the unit then continued the dyno run

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Reply #3 – May 29, 2020, 05:05:33 pm

This will be keep as simple as possible. 1200 miles away from my shop. I want to get it safely operating and go home. So what would I need so I could accomplish that? What filter assembly is this? if I knew, it wouldn't be a question. Better to carry a case of filters than search on sight

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Reply #4 – May 29, 2020, 05:10:25 pm

Looks as if it came from Winn-Dixie to me. Since you have one Chuck, what does it do? It looks to be next to a Racor primary filter so what is it's job? Is it a secondary filter?

Pierce

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Reply #5 – May 29, 2020, 05:30:49 pm

The S3230P filters are available threw Napa. I searched for the RK12963 retro kit and if this is what I need I will order. 10 days lead time. Order a case of the filters at there local Napa Dealer location. Just want to be a 100% sure that is what I need because I'm unable to visually get identification. I personally don't know. What filter assembly it is. If I change later I'll have time and accommodations at home.

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Reply #6 – May 29, 2020, 06:46:33 pm

Quote from: Pierce & Gaylie Stewart – May 29, 2020, 05:10:25 pm

Looks as if it came from Winn-Dixie to me. Since you have one Chuck, what does it do? It looks to be next to a Racor primary filter so what is it's job? Is it a secondary filter?

Pierce

It is the primary filter and has an electric fuel and water purge.

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Reply #7 – May 29, 2020, 06:53:20 pm

Are you saying the coach doesn't run right now? I have the same setup and is OEM. Haven't had a problem yet. The plastic piece is more like a pre strainer for the primary filter. If it doesn't leak, I'd drive it home then go about changing it if you wish.

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Reply #8 – May 29, 2020, 07:15:47 pm

It's sat for 5-10 years. Have to be able to change filters for poor/bad fuel. Can't change filters if I don't know if the retro kit has been installed or it has the 200200 filter which is discontinued. I have only seen pictures, but if we like it we will take it home after repairs in the field were it is parked. If someone can recognize if the RK12963 is installed then I'll just buy filters otherwise I'll order kit and filters to get home
Thanks Scott

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Reply #9 – May 29, 2020, 08:39:21 pm

That looks like the one we had on our 2002. The good thing was when it sat a long time at the MOT service department without a full tank we got algae, It'll was Immediately visible in that clear filter so we never had a surprise fuel problem while we were getting it cleaned up.

If it starts and runs without changing that filter you will quickly see if you have a problem.

Where are you going to pick the coach up? There may be a forum member nearby who would be glad to look things over with you.

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Reply #10 – May 29, 2020, 09:03:36 pm

I replaced mine with a Parker Racor 790R30 and I'm pleased with the results. The new filter assembly eliminated the issues I had been experiencing. I used the same hoses but had to change some fittings and so ir would be good to have a Parker store nearby when you do the work.

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Reply #11 – May 29, 2020, 09:28:58 pm

Keep the tank full as much as possible to get home.

Down hill to the Winn helps any issues.

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Reply #12 – May 29, 2020, 10:22:50 pm

Yes we have had a member look at it. The Parker Racor 790R30 is a great choice. Will probably end up there but need to find out filter number for the filter in the first line. Don't want to take on mods to get home. KISS (keep it simple st***d)
If the primer pump is bad I'll change to the 790.

So still don't know If the RK12963 has been retro fitted in picture

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Reply #13 – May 29, 2020, 10:55:04 pm

I have the S3230P element on mine and I looks just like your picture. Any chance the seller could look on the filter as the numbers are very clear on mine.

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Reply #14 – May 29, 2020, 11:42:51 pm

Chuck thank you. So I believe your filter and mine have both been modified with the RK12963 when the 200200 went obsolete. I recall the last 200200 filter I looked at did not have the two piece filter end cap, just a drain plug, but I'm not positive. This has been drawn out for months and the owner has had no sense of urgency. I prefer to save my questions for some of the other issues that require their input. I don't even know the mileage, but I'm more concerned about Corrosion than anything else. Sorry getting off topic. I will post more of the saga in a different post. Just trying to order filters and Keep it simple. Scott

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Reply #15 – May 30, 2020, 09:08:49 am

If the goal is to just get you home, I would bypass that primary filter with a fitting and carry a couple of extra secondary filters and have filter wrench to change it.

Only exception to that is if there is any water in the diesel, as the secondary filter is not a adapt at removing it as the primary.

Actually, Plan A may be to run it like it is, but have the fitting to bypass it with you. Live off the top 1/3 of the tank for better gravity flow/less chance of sucking air.

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Reply #16 – May 30, 2020, 09:33:06 am

Ordered a six pack of S3230P from Amazon. Can return what I don't use. Next is the dryer assembly

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Reply #17 – May 30, 2020, 10:40:00 am

It is the same one we have on our 2001 U320. Some report problems with air or fuel leaks. I have had mine apart and back together many times without any issues. Don't lose the o rings and use some reasonable care.

I like the clear plastic pre-filter with the screen. It is very obvious it you have algae (black stuff) in there. If your engine starts missing it is not getting enough fuel through the screen. It is easy to disassemble (and after a time or two with practice, not too messy) and the pre-filter can be washed clean in a bucket of soap and water. Rinse well. Pour a bit of alcohol in the filter as a final rinse (gets rid of any water) and reassemble. Run the priming system two or three times. Start the engine, run on high idle for three minutes, you are good to go. Some stuff might get through the pre-filter but so far for me not enough that I have had to change primary and secondary filters on the side of the road. But I carry 2 of each and a spare pre-filter and a complete set of o rings and gaskets.

I did the retrofit kit Racor RK12963 Retrofit Kit soon after we bought the coach almost 10 years ago. It adds a lower assembly for purging water and the S3230P filter.

There are several options for fuel filters beyond this one.

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Reply #18 – May 30, 2020, 11:38:14 am

Roger so your are in agreement that in the photo that the retro kit has been installed and the 3230P filter is what is shown. Really helpful, thank you
Scott

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Reply #19 – May 30, 2020, 01:14:28 pm

This is mine. Last serviced at MOT on 1/9/19 about 8K miles ago. Both will get changed at the next oil change. Prefilter was cleaned by me on 9/20/19. MOT used an equivalent Fleetguard filter. FS19592. Several equivalent cross referenced filters.

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Reply #20 – May 30, 2020, 05:24:52 pm

Roger, could you please elaborate on how to remove the pre-fillter and the o-rings needed? I have the same setup and have never serviced it. THanks.

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Reply #21 – May 30, 2020, 07:48:31 pm

There is a type of thumb screw above the clear filter this allows the top part to be removed and then take out the filter.

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Reply #22 – May 30, 2020, 08:20:17 pm

Thanks for the info. Are the o-rings required for the pre-filter or are they for the primary?
Do I just remove the screen and wash it?

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Reply #23 – May 30, 2020, 10:39:41 pm

The o rings fit on each end of the plastic prefilter. The ends have a cylindrical end about 5/8" diameter. The o rings fit on each end. The screen is inside the plastic filter housing. It does not come out, you just wash the whole thing in soapy water. All of the gunk comes out pretty easily just swishing it around. Once it is clean and rinsed with water and alcohol. The bottom with an o ring on it goes into the fitting at the bottom And the upper fitting with the thumb screw fits over the top. It is a snug fit, some pressure is required to get the o rings to seat and then tighten down the thumb screw. The air purge/fuel prime pumps fuel through the prefilter. Look for leaks. I ran the purge/prime cycle three times. Then start the coach and run on high idle, check for leaks. After three minutes go back to normal idle. If there is still air in the system the engine might stop. Run the purge/prime cycle again once or twice. Mine has always started right up and idled on high with no problems. Go for a short drive or as i did to the next rest stop and check for leaks again just to be sure.

When you see the black gunk in the prefilter it is doing its job. If it gets to half full clean it out. Better to do it in a safe place than on the side of the road.

Racor 300200.
Racor 200 Micron Pre-Filter with O-Rings 300200 | M&D

I am not sure if it comes with 2 o rings or one. I would have to go open up the box with my spare. The parts list says o rings.

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Reply #24 – May 31, 2020, 08:49:53 am

The fittings for the plastic prefilter have an o ring also that may need to be changed. That would be a total of 4 o rings.

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