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- Here is a good reason to change your fuel filter. After 300,000 miles on the same fuel filter, I cut it in half so we can see how dirty the filter is and so we can do a flow test! I also check a fuel filter with 130k miles and another with 30k miles to compare the three fuel filters.
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That flow test is exactly why this channel is so fantastic
Thanks a lot!
@@chrisfix wow you still reply to vids this old?
Your commitment is just.... Wow
Was the fuel test done in reverse flow?
@@jorgeprieto6578 It looks to me like it was a reverse flow so it proves nothing.
Good job as usual ...I wish you could use my 2000 Ford explorer as a example but not for fuel filters but how to get off my stubborn 02 sensors..and how to get rid of rust as well
Its amazing how his video style doesn't change much over the years, "done" ,"good" are just is so satisfying
Samirlekiller except that he sounds like he enjoys fixing his cars
Ikr
That and when he says “out with the old and in with the new”
@@technopanda1018 I remember a comment on one of his videos with Chris saying he has gotten more confident over the years with making videos! Going from one of his OLD videos to new ones is a huge change :D
True.. I have been jumping between 2015 and 2022 content and they are pretty much the same.. this was a little bit more rough, but I probably wouldnt be able to tell without seeing the dates.
I love that Chris not only gives you very clear, step-by-step instructions on how to make repairs. But, he also takes his time to run experiments & demonstrations on why these repairs are so important. Absolutely the best automotive resource on TH-cam!
Years back cars had clear inline fuel filters. They also had a little window in the air conditioning lines so you could see the bubbles or lack there of . I miss both of those features.
hold my beer let me remove my ford bedliner and grind a hole in the box to get to the pump lol
ive actually seen this on my friend's grandpa's 1930's buick.... had a clear fuel filter. it also was part of the reason it stalled not too far from his house because it had some crazy design involving cork or something like that
My car has the ac window, what am i looking for with the bubble window?
watching chrisfix makes me want to fix everything on my car
Haha perfect
Same
@@chrisfix Wow!
@@chrisfix What additional steps can I make before replacing the catalytic converter and in which order would you recommend?
1) Change Gas Filter.
@@chrisfix Correction: like using steel wool pads saturated with soap.
Holy crap I like those ramps with the slide away piece!
WHAT BRAND ARE THE RAMPS CHRISSSS
They're great but you have to remember to put the ramp section back. Don't ask how many times I've forgotten.
I have some old metal ramps that have a detachable ramp part. My dad bought them back in the 80s. I love them.
@@dyoel182 "ask me how I know" ~Chris Fix
Salad fingers anybody
I like how you've mastered the art of giving all relevant information in a short amount of time. I'm one who personally can watch mechanic videos for hours, but other will not, good job.
1:23 he takes the wood pieces away, what a savage
oof
Cozmic RoBlOx OoF
It's Chris fix, he knows for a fact that his brakes are keeping it 💯%. Haha.
69 likes, nice
I was gonna like the original comment but I'd hate to be that guy. Haha.
Brb, changing my fuel filter.
+Scofco lol
+Scofco must see it mine dude after 170k from 99 and i got a carburator one the diference is big !
LMAO
Uh oh! I haven’t changed my fuel filter in 15 years! 😬 ( This is a joke )
LMAO
My car has 140k and this makes me want to check my fuel filter now!
Another great video, Thanks Chris :)
I wanna check ur filters ;)
@@sebastianskii7512 lol.. You mean like a catfish? Or transgender that gonna reveal late in game?
@@johnnyshido7247 as much as we know he could be our father, but yeah, he's probably a transgender gender fluid gay non binary.
@@sebastianskii7512 why everybody gotta be a paranoid conspiracy theorist?
@@sebastianskii7512 and how do you know?
Chris my brother!!
Dude by far you have the best videos. Very informative and thorough.
Super helpful, and your videos are giving me the confidence to start tackling repairs, and just overall maintenance on my 87 Hardbody!!
It’s a well running truck, and thanks to you, and through your videos it’ll stay that way.
Thank you brother, keep up the awesome work. Have a blessed day 👍🏼
Every video you make Chris, is flawlessly produced and chock full of useful info.
Dude that side by side test he does is awesome hahaha who puts that much time into a test like that? Only ChrisFix.
The more you know
You're a great teacher Chris. This stuff is great.
The test is actually pointless. He poured the gas into the outlet side of the filter so the gas is flowing in the opposite direction than it normally would. So on the dirty filter he's actually pushing through the clean inside out to the contaminated outside. This then pushes off the contaminates from the outside which mixes with the gas and drops down into the cup. Pushing the contaminates off of the filter from the inside is a lot easier than trying to push into the contaminates and filter like it normally would. If he rigged it the way that gas normally flows it would look much cleaner, probably like normal gas, but it would probably be going through drop by drop because the gas isn't under any pressure besides it's own weight. Not hating on Chris his tutorials and advice is still all good it's just the test didn't prove anything, not even the flow rate.
John Moore but it was a new clean filter...
You wanna see a guy put time into tests like this? Head over to project farm’s page. The guy pretty much does side by side tests on damn near everything
This was an extremely enlightening video that tells me not to neglect the importance of replacing the fuel filter. Great experiment, Chris!
Late to the party, but begs the question, why did Chris for 300K?
OMG, I came across one of your other videos on changing a mustang strut to coil-overs and man, I gotta say you're videos are amazing. You're like a "How to for dummies". Awesome man and thanks for all you do.
At first i thought the video was too long.. then i completely lost track of time watching it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge..great informative and convincing video
Another excellent video from Chris fix showing how easy it is to change a fuel filter. I particularly liked:
1. Disconnecting the fuel pump fuse to depressurise the system;
2. The flow tests on the 300k van filter which showed how hard the fuel pump must have been working to get at the gas.
I keep watching this video just because of how satisfying it is 🙂☺
Dylan D ✋ your not alone bod
Dyla
Same here. I'm so glad I changed mine. Was probably the original one with 220K miles
Mechanic: if you need me for anything let me know
Me: I watch chrisfix videos
Mechanic: kills me with a ratchet
Me: want to learn about cars and stuff
Chrisfix: watch my videos
Me: ask a mechanic
chrisfix: kills me with breaker bar
You'd be way better off watching videos specific to whatever vehicle you have.
Watching a Chris Fix video in addition to a video specific for your car is the way to go
Walter Adam Gray also like Chris always says your owners manual I looked at like the first time 25 years ago and holy shit it’s almost like the company who made the car knows how to fix it haha
@@dickJohnsonpeter no no, hes got a point.
I had a check engine light pop up on the dash of my 07 F150. Went to parts store and they hooked a scan tool to it. Was throwing a "lean on bank 2" fuel code. Guy at O'Reilly's said 80 % could be fuel filter. Bought one for little over $20. Replaced it and reset codes (remove neg. battery cable). Drove it almost a week and no lean codes and better gas mileage. Provably saved my in tank fuel pump too. That's expensive to replace.
Thanks O'Reilly's and TH-cam!
Get that van to 1 Million miles.
i wouldnt be surprised he takes care of his cars like his children
mitchell brenner but he still didn't replace the fuel filter for 20 years lmao
Matthijs ja Probably before he even started fixing his cars, idk.
I watch alot of video's on here and its how ive learned to work on my cars myself and you are by far the best at walking somebody thru something and explaining how and why parts work they way they do. You have saved me no telling how much money and headaches so i just wanted to tell you that all the time and work you put in these videos is appreciated. Thank you
Derrick Huddleston so true
I'm just waiting for his book or DVD to hit Amazon or something
Your shows are the most informative on TH-cam. I am now doing maintenance in my 2004 Toyota 4 runner instead of going to the dealer. Thank you for all the wealth of knowledge.
the amount of times Chris said “Fuel Filter” lmao
If you were to take a shot for every time he says fuel filter I think you would die of alcohol poisoning
How come you don’t have enough comments lol
flow test put this vid over the top !! great idea
Thanks. I thought of it last minute and I'm glad you like it. The top tip was interesting too
+ChrisFix where is the video for the GM fuel filter?
ditto
Off to find out where my fuel filter is lol
+roberij05
goog it and put in diagram (and or ) location of your vehicle
+roberij05 If you can't find it under the hood or under the car, it will be in your fuel tank.
+February
No! Don't say that! LOL
Primer2tone Garage
Yeah, the unfortunate truth. However, if you suspect the filter is in your tank, check the trunk or under the rear seat for an access cover. It might be as easy as 3 screws.
+roberij05 - Just look online for the model of your car. Any car built in the last 60 years has info on where to find the filter.
Great test, and I have cut open just about all my fuel filters if I've had time. It has always just confirmed or not that that the agony and time of removing some of these rusty in-line GM filters hasn't been wasted.
Chris, once again you come sailing in with a genius little tip:
pulling the fuse for the fuel pump.
I'm about to do this on my car, and despite knowing a lot of mechanics (pros and DIYers), and having watched a bunch of vids on doing this, I've never heard this tip.
Brilliant.
Thank you!!!!!
You sir have convinced me to change my fuel filter. Thanks :]
+Edgar Chaves Awesome!
hey chris what do you think about k&n air filters are they good can they damaged your car?
+Edgar Chaves
Second that
Evan Chase wow really
Especially with new direct injection engines and high powered piezo injectors
The filter tried to hang itself...
lol
Earnest Bunbury I literally lol as I imagined a personified filter attempting to commit suicide
lmaoooo thats really funnny😂😂😂
Earnest Bunbury 😂😭😂😭😭😂😂
That is hilarious!
i love how he will destroy a brand new fuel filter just to show us what a new one looks like!
Keep it up CrisFix👍
I really appreciate how thorough you are in your education videos.
They tied a rope around it to keep the pleats tight while the compound was cured to hardened we use ruber bands.
I work a wix filter 😄
Protip, drench the line connectors with WD-40 before removing the filter. They come off much easier and the WD washes away minor crud which accumulates on connector and line surfaces. That especially helps with old filters which have never been replaced.
Great upload, I can't believe the 305k filter lasted so long. I especially like the flow test that's some interesting stuff!
You are the modern day "Bill Nye the Car Guy". I feel like I can put auto mechanic on my resume now after watching many of your videos.
I bet that van even runs better since installing that new filter.
I runs 250 MPH now!
I keep watching your random videos because they are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Keep it up bro. Much love!!
I just bought a 2003 4x4 5.3L GMC Yukon XL with 210,364 and I am doing this ASAP also just did rear brake pads rotors parking brake shoes & hardware now to order air filter, plugs, wires it runs ruff at idle so I am cleaning the throttle body too thank you so much for all your hard work Chrisfix you're the man.
Great video. Really informative and well made. Now I know why my 20 year old boxster has started running rough!
Drinking game
take a drink every time he says fuel filter
LOL
i wonder how many drinks that would count up to haha :)
Right!
Joseph Hutson
at least over 20
You'd be dead at the end.
Thank you Chris for your time and dedication on making all of these videos and sharing your passion.
You are such a dork! I LOVE IT! The fuel flow test was over the top goodness. Thanks for your videos!
Brilliant test you designed and so simple. Way to go, Chris!
Brita needs to make fuel filters
This is a good idea
Funny, I'm half-focused reading through comments, and I saw yours. My wife's name is Brita, so I'm staring at your comment for like 2 minutes thinking "Why the heck does he think she'd be any good at making fuel filters...?"
lmao
I love the quality of your voice over - you do great step by step with very good snippets of little details needed. Fantastic! the educational level is 10 out of 10 - I hate when people try and fill their videos with crappy B quality scripting and dialog, like This Old House does. Just quality education!
Im ordering a filter right meow... That scared me.
Side note of appreciation : im an artist (tattoo, paint, furniture and a mean ass gamer and I've always hated cars...) Never gave a sh*t about them... Out of 34 years on this earth you are the very first person to actually interest me into vehicle maintenance. I even worked at Autozone briefly. You're my favorite channel on youtube. My fiance is even impressed with the sh*t I've learned from your videos. She catches me watching them untill 530 am every night/morning. Your friends and family are blessed to have such a knowledgeable person around. Thank you very much.
I learn so much watching your videos, you do actual scientific inspections or tests.
Many thanks for going to the trouble of illustrating the need to maintain our engines and take the trouble to look after the systems that aid and promote clean, effective and efficient operation. Much less expensive to change a filter in good time than a fuel pump or injector. Bravo!
+Ray Smyth I'm glad you enjoyed the videos Ray!
So good! Fuel filter is one of the first 3-4 things I do within days of getting a new-to-me vehicle, no question!
What other things do you do if i may ask?
@@osman_0394 , all the belt’s, timing belt, direction belt, etc, spark plugs
Chris, this is probably the very best channel I've ever looked at, thankyou.
J
I definitely would love to see a diesel fuel filter comparison. Those need changing far more frequently.
& you can easily judge who change their filters frequently by looking at their exhaust's fumes....
@@bakaweiner6956 What happens? I wanna know because I do drive a Diesel 😂
@@AlldaylongRock well you could end up like me. Having rough idle loss of power and worse engine stalling. My dad had to tow me back home I immediately ordered a fuel filter should have done that earlier.
Hopefully this fixes it and yes there’s allot of smelly smoke coming from my car.
@@felixkremer7773 oh, ive had that issue recently. And yes, it was the fuel filter as well. The car actually gave me a warning of an engine malfunction when revved up, probably from low fuel flow. Never felt a smelly exhaust after the engine ( and cat ) warmed up
i just change my filter . your video is 1000% correct man, thanks.
Excellent, as usual, Chris! Thank you for your well made videos and editing.
I have never commented on any youtube video. Ever. This video was impressive. Now I'm going to pull the fuel filter from my 1995 F150 that has 322,000 miles on it to see how bad it is. Great video!
Now I know why my dad always told me to never get gas when the tanker is also filling the station. It kicks up sediment from the underground tanks. Good to know these filters are doing their job!
the fuel pumps have their own filters on them to remove tank sediments.
New underground tanks have baffles, filters, and the pumps themselves have individual filters. So you’re fine. Now back in the day that’s was different
for a young dude this guy knows his shit and his knowledge is conveyed well in his videos
clear and concise
Thanks a lot Colt!
COLT THOMSON
Summarized well, and that is exactly why his videos easily get millions of views I think.
If he liked cars so much he would make better vehicle decisions. Based on his age, he does not need a minivan.
COLT THOMSON iiii
thank you for all of extra work that you have done . great job
Gosh… 6 years old video come useful for me today.. thanks Chris
That flow test was just incredible really interesting results Chris
I changed mine out at 190k in my 4runner. It started having starting problems and after I changed it out it ran like new
Awesome!
GamerzCove! Yea same mine has 1.000.000 miles are family had it for about 60 years
@@kirinhickcox7025 if it really has a million you can probably get a free new vehicle.. That's pretty amazing though
Thx
@@kirinhickcox7025 what make model is it. that's amazing, and would have to be from the 60s!!
Best mechanic youtube channel. you have officially surpassed Eric the car guy and Scotty Kilmer.
+avalanche Thanks a lot!
His channel is growing stupid fast and it's easy to see why but I like ETCG's cheesy jokes. Reminds me of my late uncle.
Also, I'd like to see Chris do some videos with someone else filming so we could actually see him work. It kinda personalizes the videos. Just my opinion.
kilmer is a freaking joke, as a person and as a channel. might know plenty about cars but his channel is a sponsored ad after another.
check briansmobile1 , very complete specific anf scientific explanations
All I have to say is Chris Fix is simply BRILLIANT!! His videos are so concise, well filmed, etc. He doesn't say to little, but doesn't ramble with needless talk. Just exactly the right amount. How he videos so perfectly in tight spots, is amazing. What a great human being, I'm convinced too! What amazing blue gloved hands as well : ). Thanks Chris Fix!!
I went into this video not even knowing what a fuel filter was. I always learn something when I watch one of your videos
I change my fuel filter every 30k to avoid fuel pump problems and on the vehicles I do that on I haven't had a need to change the fuel pumps. I can't believe you of all people waited that long to change that filter...
+Joshua C sounds like i'm going to have to change some fuel filters soon!
+Joshua C HA my car has the fuel filter in a super inconvenient location therefore it is a lifetime filter.
+Himmel Weint but if it messes up don't you gotta replace the entire unit?
Spare It is one unit with the fuel pump which is inside the fuel tank. Either way will have to replace both at the same time.
Himmel Weint Oh
Well. My cars at 105K miles. Never been changed. Will be tomorrow 😂😂😂
Awesome! Let me know how it goes!
How'd it go then?
Just changed mine with 276k
Disappointed
icecoldcola08 mine has 160K miles
Dude! I could watch your videos all day. I acquired an abused 2005 PT Loser with 200k miles and never had an oil change. Oil everywhere from all the gasket leaks. I can tell I’m gonna have to replace the fuel filter after this.
That was an awesome video. Now when I change my filter tomorrow , I will do it exactly the way you did it. Thank you.
"interesting. they tied a rope around it for some reason" lol
+Jordan Severns that was tottally strange stuff
its to give the pleats extra strength
Tied a rope around its self lol. Tried to put its self out its misery
lol
+Ame Nightcore youre so original ^^
The clean fuel looks like lemonade
Mario Mario no
Mmm poison
@@ethan_hsv62l it's a joke
Mario Mario want some clean gas it’s lemonade
Forbidden lemonade
Good'ol videos from Chris..always a pleasure watching these even though i know most of this stuff
Thanks Chris! changing my 80k filter tomorrow. Fantastic!
Hi Chris, All your video's have the best camera angle views I have seen on any video, it's like being there, every step described in great detail. I really appreciate that!! I am about to change the fuel filter in my car, can you recommend a good filter to use?
Wow the content you bring in your videos are incredibly amazing and impressive! Excellent work bro! :)
Thanks Chris!
I just ordered a fuel filter for my 60k mile MX-5, and was wondering if it was too soon. I think the results speak for themselves.
I just changed mine and thought what does the inside look like.......and there it was...brilliant
I clicked for content, and that is what I got. Thank you. well done
I'm glad you are enjoying the videos!
Thanks for the great video.
@jack ashcraft gay
@@MasterGaming-el7jx your channel is gay
@@MasterGaming-el7jx worst gaming channel I’ve seen.
@@dirtnapz996 stfu
@@MasterGaming-el7jx no seriously.. it’s bad
Best car mechanic videos I have ever seen!
WOW! Great video! I love the "experiment". My 2004 Xterra with 215K just started stalling on me. Fuel filter was the first thing I thought of. It's never been changed. I'll cut the old one open after I change it to see what the inside looks like. I just wish I could hacksaw as fast as you can!
That was great information about fuel filters. Thank you for sharing.
best fuel filter I seen so far
Thanks!
Very helpful. I have change the fuel filters (diesel) on my sail boat once a year, quite a lot of stuff in the fuel tank that my filters keep out. Might open one when next changing.
I will sit here for half an hour and watch your videos man so many of them I sit through and and alot of your videos goes into the millions u must make alot of money and it is informative 😋🤩🌝
Great video, thanks for that! Suprisingly, that vetta one was rusty... had the same experience with GM's Opel Vectra 2.2 petrol - looked like a new car after 10 years, with 130k miles, but the filter was completely rusty and, unfortunately, rust came into injectors, so the repair was more expensive.. since that time, when I am buying a car, I am always changing also fuel filter with all those other stuffs (cabine filter, air filter, sparks etc.)
Great video and an excellent example of the need to change that filter. Amazing the debris that was in the van's filter!
That fuel pump must have been made out of titanium to last this long having to force gasoline through that level of restriction without burning out. I doubt one on a modern car would survive that long under those conditions.
+482lost
That's because the demonstration he used was a Fram filter, while the original was a Motorcraft. Ford contracts their filters to a higher specification than an off the shelf Fram filter, as does GM. Mopar filters last I heard were Fram filters painted blue.
*****
Thanks
The way you talk and explain everything gave me confident to fix my own cars. Great videos Chris!!
Well move over and let Robert Plant change the air in your tires.
I just love stuff like this, CF you are my hero.
Honey, That jackass is buying all the fuel filters!
Mr. Peanutbutter mr mayor
whos that dog
Bojack Horseman and Mr. Peanutbutter in the same room? What is this, a crossover episode?
LOLOLOL
in Egypt we change fuel filter After 3 month max
lol our fuel is too bad
Wow, that is often. Thanks for sharing!
+himasayed I change mine once a week
+himasayed If I had to change the fuel filter on my toyota pickup every 3 months I'd sell the thing... Its such a pain in the ass!
+himasayed i just checked the fuel tank of my bike. Our Gas here in germany is clear like water... not even yellowish like in the video
***** Must be all the ethanol in the states
Thanks Chris. Videos old but still helps this guy even today... Been hanging onto a replacement OEM fuel filter for my 04' Passat 1.8T 5-Speed Wagon. Doesn't burn a drop of oil and runs quieter than my mother's 2014 Fiesta Titanium but I had to pause replacing the 270k filter on the ride till I found out what would work best releasing the fuel pressure so appreciate the option shown. Thanks much.
Once again, a great video from ChrisFix ! Thanks for the educational video :)
Great videos man. Keep em coming.
+Tim Stoinski Thanks a lot Tim!
+ChrisFix are you in Maryland
you do the best videos
i love how he spends money on new fuel filters and cuts them open just to show you what a new one will look like
yah
This channel is so amazing he’s so creative with his testing
Awesome flow test. I thought they were hooked to the injector tester for a second and was expecting a huge mess
also you will find that a lot of that discolouration has come from the rubber/etc fuel lines breaking down, especially if you ever use ethanol based fuel.
Absolutely. Lots of older cars can't deal with ethanol based petrol. Might be wise to change some hoses too.
Hey Chris I always love your videos and have really learned new things and got confidence to do it with just hand tools. A lot of TH-camrs show you but you actually explain and get into the science of it so we actually know why what we’re doing is important. I do have a question though I have a ‘99 dodge Dakota and for some reason It has a “lifetime” fuel filter on it meaning it’s in the tank is there a way to engineer an external one or do I have to drop that tank every time?
Your videos is a big help for me in getting ideas how car get in troubles. Great job!
Glad to hear it!
@@chrisfix hi cris! Can you make a video of iacv on how it controled by ecu? I'm your new subcrber from Philippines 🇵🇭
I just replaced the fuel filter in my truck a few weeks ago. It was the original one from 93 and the truck sat for about 7 years. When I took the old one out, the fuel filter rattled. When I cut it open, the actual filter element broke free from the outlet side of it and it was packed full of rust. It was just absolutely caked with it. There was also a pile of rust in the filter housing. Before the new fuel filter it ran decently but would shake at low throttle when driving. After changing the filter and the distributor cap and rotor, it ran sooo much better and it could actually spin the tires