Fuel Line Help

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hskrs10

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so I was trying to change my Fuel Filter and is seems that the last owner tried to change it, and used a screw driver. The clip is broke and I cant get the disconect tool in to release the filter. I found Doorman makes some Fuel Line repair kit but It comes in 2 sizes, a 5/16" or 3/8" does anyone know what size will fit a 1998 Mustang GT?

 

twogts4us

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There are two "clips" - there is the external 'safety' clip, then there is the internal connection. First, is it the external clip that you are fighting with?
Second, if it's the internal, are you using the right tool? The worst tool is this:

The best would be these simple plastic ones like this:

It can be a bit of a struggle to get it to release...

Let us know...

 

flstang65

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+1 on the small plastic tools. i use those and it can be a pain but with a little patience and while pushing the clip in, kinda pull away and twist the filter. it should come out. You definitely dont want to use one of those metal tools.

 

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hskrs10

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I'm having a hard time getting the internal clip off, But since I'm using the metal tool maybe thats my problem. I'll get the plastic tool and try it first before I stat cutting the old line out and put a new one in.

 

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yes use the plastic tool..

 

flstang65

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i bought a kit that came with like 6 or so different pieces for like $10 at autozone. correct me if i am wrong someone, but i also do believe that it will do a/c lines also?

 

twogts4us

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Yes, it'll do AC lines as well - it's a good kit to have in the ol' tool box. You won't use it too much, but it'll be there when you need it.

 

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GettinThere

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twogts4us said:

The worst tool is this:

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FWIW, I've changed the fuel filter twice using one of those tools with no problems at all. It's only about $5, and while it probably is not the best, it still works well.

 

flstang65

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twogts4us said:

...it's a good kit to have in the ol' tool box. You won't use it too much, but it'll be there when you need it.

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Also in the same tool box should be: duct tape, ratcheting wrenches and some gojo or equivalent. Said tool box should also be withing a reasonable distance of the "beer fridge".

 

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Will Smith

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that metal tool gents is actually one of the better tools to use in replacing ford fuel filters...its all in how u use the tool...i have replaced i dont know how many fuel filters here the the ford dealership i work at with that tool without a problem... i would guesstimate well over 200 or so.. never one issue and u dont have the trouble with limited room like u do with the plastic ones...