derdup Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 It's time to replace the fuel filter that's been on my 13/60 since I've owned it. Currently, it is located in the boot - right where the fuel exits the tank.Some folks put the filter in the engine bay instead, right? -- before the pump? I'm considering doing the same unless someone can offer a good reason why the boot is preferable.Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herald948 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 When Triumph started fitting them on the Spitfire Mk3, they were just before the pump. Seems as good a place as any, and that's where I've fitted them on my two current Heralds as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferny Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Engine bay - easier to see.Next to the tank - more fuel line which will be clean.Do whichever is more convenient for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heraldcoupe Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Debris from corrosion or contamination in the fuel will settle out in the tank. Anywhere forward of this can be victim to contamination, rather than a cause, so I place a filter directly at the output of the tank, in the looped flexible pipe above. Cheers,Bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny-Jimbo Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 After fighting with sediment and rust in both my 2000 and Vitesse I have two - one by the boot, and then one between the pump and carbs to help clear out any bits that may have been 'missed' by the old filter. Some still gets through though, so it's work checking dash-pots now and then if you have SUs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazfg Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Mine's just by the carb's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmetalhead82 Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I have one in the boot and one in the engine bay just before the fuel pump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsbody47uk Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Quoted from oldmetalhead82 I have one in the boot and one in the engine bay just before the fuel pump. That should be ok ,Dave. I just have one filter just before the fuel pump. Been ok so far. Cheers, Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midgeman Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 I have one in the loop by the tank and one just before the fuel pump on my 13/60. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derdup Posted June 13, 2015 Author Share Posted June 13, 2015 Thanks for all the helpful responses. I’ve seen it suggested that more than one filter in a system can act like a restriction, but it would appear not to be an issue for many of you. However, I imagine that over time, particulate build-up in a pair of filters might be problematic --- but that’s just a maintenance issue --- easily rectified For now, my new filter’s going in the boot. I might add another in the engine bay at a later date.Cheers,Harry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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