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
@@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!
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.
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.
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
In old cars you had a glass and metal filter, you jsut changed the inner element its was very cheap,, you changed when it looked dark...n more of the mintenace engineer this days,, missed it.
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
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.
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.
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
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 👍🏼
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.
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
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!
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!
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!!
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.
Have a 2007 Pontiac G5 2.2L at 224+KM. I changed a lot of original parts: tie rod end, sway bar links, rear wheel suspensions, steering shaft, turn signal switch, blower motor & blower motor resistor, control arm, mass air flow sensor, positive crank ventilation hose, ball joint, wheel bearing, front & rear brakes, rotor. I think this is all. Done over the years, especially after front wheel work. Still having problems with heater turning on and off though. Going to hopefully have fuel filter changed today.
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
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!
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
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
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.
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!
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...?"
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?
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.
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...
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!!!!!
+ChrisFix Chris I am student of Automobile. I want to talk to you by email or here. I am willing to open my Workshop with my friend. Need your suggestion.
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.
@@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
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?
Depends also, on where you buy your gas. In Connecticut, refined gas is tested often, the gas station holding tanks are all fiberglass now, so no rust like from the old underground metal tanks, and the holding tanks are vented to avoid condensation. My last filter was changed at over 100,000 miles on a 17 year old car. It was still clean.....almost like new. In Texas years ago, I had a 1991 Acura, and that filter at 100,000 miles and 15 years was filthy beyond belief. I suspect it was from gas station metal holding tanks.
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.
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.
The gravity tests were also in reverse direction which can have an influence on flow, albeit minor. The old filter would likely have gotten better as you put more fuel in it since it would partially unclog those pores. I am doubtful the clean filter would have different results in your small scale if flow was reversed. We do work in my lab where we separate based off chemical and physical properties as opposed to size of particulates. Our columns could get different results if we reverse flow depending on what they are packed with. But generally they are uniform. I only say this because in limited cases, forwards and backwards are not the same. But I think your demonstration was phenomenal at showing filtration capabilities. What I would have liked to see on the dirty filter was how nasty the fuel was if going in the proper flow direction. Since you loosened the grit by going the opposite direction, we don't have a clear view of whether or not that grit and color make it to the fuel injectors. I presume the answer is no if the filter is still intact, but yes if any material has worn down. You injectors weren't clogged. Love your videos. They have inspired me to do a lot more mechanical work on my own. Now I have friends coming by to ask questions and I often send links to your videos. Keep up the great work.
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.
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.)
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.
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!
the flow of gasoline is opposite to the test you did... Filters catch the dirt on the outside, filter it and flow towards the engine from the inside. Neverthe less, awesome experiment. Now people can get educated and see whay their filter must be changed in order to protect the fuel injection system
Joe Rivers I noticed that too, but I assume it's because he wanted to show the filter actually doing something, but the proper direction would not be possible with the cover removed
it's quite obvious when you think about it. On the outside it has the most surface to take the contaminants. I think a fuel filter in reverse would work too, but doesn't last as long as the correct orientation.
"Hi, I'm Chris Fix and it's really important you get the direction of flow correct. Note the big fucking arrow so even idiots can figure this shit out. Now, here's my dumbass test where I run fuel backwards through a fuel filter and act like I've proven a goddamn thing. Oh look, the fuel came out still dirty, I guess fuel filters suck but are better than nothing!" Palm meet forehead.
Thanks for t wonderful video, amazed to see the importance of fuel filters...i changed my filters in honda city diesel & am surprise to see the pick up
+SGM 26 Fuel filters do what they are advertised. They filter the gas, simple. Performance? No. MPG improvement?, yes but not much, do don't be surprised if your car doesn't start one day because of a clogged filter. Just another part of preventive car maintenance.
+SGM 26 Personally I had a huge performance increase on my 95 C1500 after changing the fuel filter. Has 230k miles on it and I don't know if it was original or not. It was however the first time I changed it. Symptoms that went away were: hesitation and an extreme lack of acceleration. I'll also mention it's TBI and not direct injection.
+derjoh1986 Dang, my OG 280ZX strait 6 turbo did some serious "drifting" before that was even a word back in the late 80's. I loved fanning the clutch as I dropped it from 4th to second and squirted around corners with ladies crying in delight. I can only imagine how much rubber a V-8 would would lay down!?!
Don't fix it if it ain't broke is probably why. For a lot of vehicles you have to drop the tank, and most people just replace the filter when they replace a fuel pump while it's down.
Yeah they're cheap, and if you have easy access to it, definitely swap it regularly. I just meant that in some vehicles you can't access the filter easily (such as when it is inside the tank and part of the fuel pump assembly). A ton of older cars were like this, so people only swapped them at the same time they replaced the pump since it's such a hassle. People who used to have cars like that forget to swap it on newer cars with easy access because they're used to just doing it with the pump.
Thanks for this video. I bought a fuel filter last year and I've been procrastinating putting it on. I will do that today. I want to take the strain on my fuel pump. Thanks again.
@@chrisfix It sure was helpful plus a huge eye opener. I was only concerned with the injectors having clean fuel. I neglected to consider the Fuel Pump. Filter is changed.. thanks again.
My dad's 1988 Saab 900T still has its original fuel filter with 175k on the clock, and we've been having trouble getting it started. I'm willing to bet its probably a clogged filter.
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.
i make fuel filters and one thing that im very impressed with/embarrassed about is the rubber band is to be removed also your test subject filter had to big of pleat gaps thay will also effect the filtration. major ocd about those things.
My english isn't that good. Care to elaborate your points please? Do you mean the rubber ring that seals old filter designs? Can you post a picture of the pleat gaps of a great filter please?
Per Ford's maintenance schedule, that fuel filter should have been changed ten times by now. (Every 30,000 miles.) Now that the restriction has been removed, I would expect that pump to not last much longer...
Do you think your family's Windstar will be able to reach 1,000,000 miles one day? There is an airport taxi🚖 driver whose Ford Mondeo of nearly the same era has reached 1,000,000 miles on its clock (by clock, I'm reffering to the odometer).
I bet it is the facelifted mondeo, a 98Ford contour which is the mondeo with some differences, it was for sale near me, and it had 914k miles, it has the 2.0 l zetec engine.
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!
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.
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
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.
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?
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?
In old cars you had a glass and metal filter, you jsut changed the inner element its was very cheap,, you changed when it looked dark...n more of the mintenace engineer this days,, missed it.
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
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.
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
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 👍🏼
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?
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.
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.
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
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
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 😄
Every video you make Chris, is flawlessly produced and chock full of useful info.
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!
Thank you Chris for your time and dedication on making all of these videos and sharing your passion.
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!
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.
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
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!!
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!
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.
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
i just change my filter . your video is 1000% correct man, thanks.
I keep watching your random videos because they are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Keep it up bro. Much love!!
Have a 2007 Pontiac G5 2.2L at 224+KM. I changed a lot of original parts: tie rod end, sway bar links, rear wheel suspensions, steering shaft, turn signal switch, blower motor & blower motor resistor, control arm, mass air flow sensor, positive crank ventilation hose, ball joint, wheel bearing, front & rear brakes, rotor. I think this is all. Done over the years, especially after front wheel work. Still having problems with heater turning on and off though. Going to hopefully have fuel filter changed today.
I bet that van even runs better since installing that new filter.
I runs 250 MPH now!
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
I just changed mine and thought what does the inside look like.......and there it was...brilliant
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!!
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.
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
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!
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
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?
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
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.
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
thank you for all of extra work that you have done . great job
Great video. Really informative and well made. Now I know why my 20 year old boxster has started running rough!
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!!!!!
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👍
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
Chris Fix... All your videos are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANKS DUDE! KEEP THE CAMERA AND CARS ROLLLLLLIN!
+Justin Watts thanks Justin!
+ChrisFix Chris I am student of Automobile. I want to talk to you by email or here. I am willing to open my Workshop with my friend. Need your suggestion.
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 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
Great videos man. Keep em coming.
+Tim Stoinski Thanks a lot Tim!
+ChrisFix are you in Maryland
you do the best videos
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?
Depends also, on where you buy your gas. In Connecticut, refined gas is tested often, the gas station holding tanks are all fiberglass now, so no rust like from the old underground metal tanks, and the holding tanks are vented to avoid condensation. My last filter was changed at over 100,000 miles on a 17 year old car. It was still clean.....almost like new. In Texas years ago, I had a 1991 Acura, and that filter at 100,000 miles and 15 years was filthy beyond belief. I suspect it was from gas station metal holding tanks.
Interesting, thanks for sharing!
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
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
"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 ^^
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.
The gravity tests were also in reverse direction which can have an influence on flow, albeit minor. The old filter would likely have gotten better as you put more fuel in it since it would partially unclog those pores.
I am doubtful the clean filter would have different results in your small scale if flow was reversed. We do work in my lab where we separate based off chemical and physical properties as opposed to size of particulates. Our columns could get different results if we reverse flow depending on what they are packed with. But generally they are uniform. I only say this because in limited cases, forwards and backwards are not the same. But I think your demonstration was phenomenal at showing filtration capabilities.
What I would have liked to see on the dirty filter was how nasty the fuel was if going in the proper flow direction. Since you loosened the grit by going the opposite direction, we don't have a clear view of whether or not that grit and color make it to the fuel injectors. I presume the answer is no if the filter is still intact, but yes if any material has worn down. You injectors weren't clogged.
Love your videos. They have inspired me to do a lot more mechanical work on my own. Now I have friends coming by to ask questions and I often send links to your videos. Keep up the great work.
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.
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.)
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.
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
There's another 200K in that filter - I've had the same underpants on since 1996
The President of The Internet Very DC of you.
Always a hold my beer crowd.
best fuel filter I seen so far
Thanks!
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!
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
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
Changed mine at 100k, you can barely hear the fuel pump priming now. Before it was noisy as hell!
Such an incredible video! Can’t wait to change my filter. Hadn’t done it since I bought my car new in 2013 😬 oops lol.
sadly all these new dang cars stick the fuel filter right in the tank with the fuel pump
Damien they def want your money lmao
I hate what they do with cars now
Drop the fuel tank then. Lol jk yea that’s a pain in the ass
Now???? I got a 1999 Dakota and after watching this video I got excited and guess what it has 😑😑😑😑😑
Ah the good old days when a fuel filter was 3 bolts and a gasket
You should have used a can opener 😂
Lol
That was my initial thoughts
Tubing cutter
the flow of gasoline is opposite to the test you did... Filters catch the dirt on the outside, filter it and flow towards the engine from the inside. Neverthe less, awesome experiment. Now people can get educated and see whay their filter must be changed in order to protect the fuel injection system
Thanks!
Joe Rivers I noticed that too, but I assume it's because he wanted to show the filter actually doing something, but the proper direction would not be possible with the cover removed
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it's quite obvious when you think about it. On the outside it has the most surface to take the contaminants. I think a fuel filter in reverse would work too, but doesn't last as long as the correct orientation.
"Hi, I'm Chris Fix and it's really important you get the direction of flow correct. Note the big fucking arrow so even idiots can figure this shit out. Now, here's my dumbass test where I run fuel backwards through a fuel filter and act like I've proven a goddamn thing. Oh look, the fuel came out still dirty, I guess fuel filters suck but are better than nothing!"
Palm meet forehead.
I went into this video not even knowing what a fuel filter was. I always learn something when I watch one of your videos
Thanks for t wonderful video, amazed to see the importance of fuel filters...i changed my filters in honda city diesel & am surprise to see the pick up
Glad you enjoyed the video!
After changing the 300K filter, did you notice any improvement in performance or MPG?
+SGM 26 Fuel filters do what they are advertised. They filter the gas, simple. Performance? No. MPG improvement?, yes but not much, do don't be surprised if your car doesn't start one day because of a clogged filter. Just another part of preventive car maintenance.
+SGM 26 Personally I had a huge performance increase on my 95 C1500 after changing the fuel filter. Has 230k miles on it and I don't know if it was original or not. It was however the first time I changed it. Symptoms that went away were: hesitation and an extreme lack of acceleration. I'll also mention it's TBI and not direct injection.
+SGM 26
Yes it does. mine did after 190,000 mi. I had a V8 powered 1975 Datsun 280Z
+derjoh1986 Dang, my OG 280ZX strait 6 turbo did some serious "drifting" before that was even a word back in the late 80's. I loved fanning the clutch as I dropped it from 4th to second and squirted around corners with ladies crying in delight. I can only imagine how much rubber a V-8 would would lay down!?!
Yes! Good times!! It was also funny to see high powered turbo factory cars scratching their heads in disbelief. Lol
So, why did you go 300,000 miles without changing it?
He takes really good care of his cars I'm not sure why, maybe he forgot lol
didnt he say it was a family car so maybe his parents own it.
Don't fix it if it ain't broke is probably why. For a lot of vehicles you have to drop the tank, and most people just replace the filter when they replace a fuel pump while it's down.
The fuel filter's an inexpensive fix, you replace that as regular maintenance so you don't have to replace the fuel pump.
Yeah they're cheap, and if you have easy access to it, definitely swap it regularly. I just meant that in some vehicles you can't access the filter easily (such as when it is inside the tank and part of the fuel pump assembly). A ton of older cars were like this, so people only swapped them at the same time they replaced the pump since it's such a hassle. People who used to have cars like that forget to swap it on newer cars with easy access because they're used to just doing it with the pump.
Thanks for this video. I bought a fuel filter last year and I've been procrastinating putting it on. I will do that today. I want to take the strain on my fuel pump. Thanks again.
I'm glad the video was helpful to you!
@@chrisfix It sure was helpful plus a huge eye opener. I was only concerned with the injectors having clean fuel. I neglected to consider the Fuel Pump. Filter is changed.. thanks again.
@@chrisfix how and why are you responding to comments from a 4 yr old video
I just want to know how well the van ran after the replacement.
Had a little more pep and ran and idled a lot smoother!
Still in commission?
@@chrisfix great i actully watch these awesome vidios for entertainment happy to see the van running good Good Luck!
7:40 thought that was a roach😂
My dad's 1988 Saab 900T still has its original fuel filter with 175k on the clock, and we've been having trouble getting it started. I'm willing to bet its probably a clogged filter.
Change it out and see!
Was it the filter?
were you right?
Used to own a Saab 900 turbo...but that fuel filter is over $100 bucks! Parts were unreal for that car.
@@dominiquestephenson7367 no wonder the company died when there was that kind of ridiculous premium
I learn so much watching your videos, you do actual scientific inspections or tests.
Man, you're seriously lucky you didn't kill your fuel pump by not changing that filter. The fuel pump is a mega PITA job on that Windstar!!
+ScubaCat3 haha, this van is a tank!
+ChrisFix They're good. We have the 2002 model and nothing seems to stop it!
5:55 thanks for the free water asmr!
awesome video, chris! very informative.
Thanks Tomas!
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.
Holy,, my toyota has 900.000 kilometers on the clock and I never thought of changing the fuel filter. Imma buy one now.
lol
@@tunneling-nanotubes lol it was super bad 😂
excellent video
Thanks!
i make fuel filters and one thing that im very impressed with/embarrassed about is the rubber band is to be removed also your test subject filter had to big of pleat gaps thay will also effect the filtration. major ocd about those things.
+Michaela Reynolds thanks for sharing! That's cool you make filters!
My english isn't that good. Care to elaborate your points please? Do you mean the rubber ring that seals old filter designs? Can you post a picture of the pleat gaps of a great filter please?
Wow it's amazing that windstar is still going strong
Per Ford's maintenance schedule, that fuel filter should have been changed ten times by now. (Every 30,000 miles.) Now that the restriction has been removed, I would expect that pump to not last much longer...
Do you think your family's Windstar will be able to reach 1,000,000 miles one day? There is an airport taxi🚖 driver whose Ford Mondeo of nearly the same era has reached 1,000,000 miles on its clock (by clock, I'm reffering to the odometer).
no way, max is 999,999
@@Luckingsworth Evidently they are not designed to rust and fall apart. Did you even watch the video? 20 years old and 305,000 miles. Clue in.
It will keep functioning as long as you keep spending money into it.
I bet it is the facelifted mondeo, a 98Ford contour which is the mondeo with some differences, it was for sale near me, and it had 914k miles, it has the 2.0 l zetec engine.
This was an awesome video!
Thanks!
I agree, very informative, and to the point.
Good camera work and editing too.
Got a like from me for sure. :)
Great upload, I can't believe the 305k filter lasted so long. I especially like the flow test that's some interesting stuff!