Post by: gonehuntin68 on March 02, 2017, 06:27:08 PM
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Post by: gonehuntin68 on March 03, 2017, 03:50:00 AM
I'm confused, why would they makes fuel filter that would restrict fuel flow? :dunno:
Not all filters are equal. Baldwin is a 5 micron and may filter too much for the vp44 I've heard but I don't know.
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on March 03, 2017, 07:26:02 AM
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Post by: baker5150 on March 03, 2017, 09:48:13 AM
I eliminated the stock filter and run a 2 filter system I built myself, also a water separator.
I run a half quart of 2 stroke oil in every tank as well.
2006 5.9 with stock injectors
Post by: Special T on March 03, 2017, 10:00:03 AM
You should be fine running the Baldwin. Also saves your injectors with the better filter since it filters down to 5 micron. I switched to a duel fuel filter system that filters down to 2 microns to help prolong my injector life. I should mention my Cummins is a 2007 5.9.I also run a dual filter system. Most diesel fuel is pretty dirty and filters are cheap maintance for those expensive high pressure common rail systems.
If your not getting good flow you need to change your filter more often, additionally how often do you guys bleed off the water in the fuel filter/water separator? The water does more damage than nearly anything else. I try and do mine at least once a month when I'm not driving much but as often as weekly when I'm putting down miles.
For the old mechanical 5.9 I don't filtering is quite as important to be diligent about. Is it important? Yes but nearly as important for the 03 and later common rail systems. I know people who have run straight filtered motor oil in the summer time in the old mechanical 5.9.
Post by: spoonman on March 03, 2017, 10:25:19 AM
You should be fine running the Baldwin. Also saves your injectors with the better filter since it filters down to 5 micron. I switched to a duel fuel filter system that filters down to 2 microns to help prolong my injector life. I should mention my Cummins is a 2007 5.9.I also run a dual filter system. Most diesel fuel is pretty dirty and filters are cheap maintance for those expensive high pressure common rail systems.
If your not getting good flow you need to change your filter more often, additionally how often do you guys bleed off the water in the fuel filter/water separator? The water does more damage than nearly anything else. I try and do mine at least once a month when I'm not driving much but as often as weekly when I'm putting down miles.
For the old mechanical 5.9 I don't filtering is quite as important to be diligent about. Is it important? Yes but nearly as important for the 03 and later common rail systems. I know people who have run straight filtered motor oil in the summer time in the old mechanical 5.9.
Once a month
Post by: Special T on March 03, 2017, 10:38:12 AM
I think it's more important to change them regularly than to worry about what brand is best.
Post by: KFhunter on March 03, 2017, 10:47:24 AM
With a vp44 I'm pretty sure I'd have a dual filter setup and electric lift pump (FASS or equiv) with a low pressure alarm and gauge setup.
Post by: Woodchuck on March 03, 2017, 11:09:45 AM
Post by: Special T on March 03, 2017, 11:53:18 AM
What's wrong with NAPA gold fuel filters?The 03 dodges came with an outside the tank lifter pump. Main failed and fortunately I caught it before it wiped out the HP injector pump. I replaced it with the stock in tank system. The complaint I have with the outside tank pumps is that they can and will wear out quicker because they are not submerged in the fuel. Yes they put out more PSI but I think for longevity the in tank ones are better. An alarm may mitigate that issue but I'll stick with in tank pumps.
With a vp44 I'm pretty sure I'd have a dual filter setup and electric lift pump (FASS or equiv) with a low pressure alarm and gauge setup.