FAQ: Fuel Filters

NO 4 EVR wrote:

Do we have a write up or tut for fuel filter replacement? I thought I saw one floating around. I don't think it has pics but I could add them when I find the write up.

We don't have one for our cars, but I have seen them for Regals and Grand Prixs. Wouldn't hurt to have one for our cars though.

Anyone happen to know where ours is? above the tank or maybe in an easy spot?

It's under driver's side of the car, in front of the rear wheel. Easy to change. Can be done without lifting the car, but probably easier with one side jacked up.

Thanks!
Gonna do that real soon, maybe take some pics and write about my experiences? What do you think?

I think write-ups are one of the best ways a member can contribute to the board!

I worry that the write ups I think of are too simple and/or not wanted. The last one I was going to do was taking off the door panel (very easy) but the next day someone wanted to know how to do it... I'll write it up here soon

IMO, any write-up is a good one. Think of it this way: at least some members will have very little experience working on cars, but they want to learn more. What better way to help them than to have a well-written, picture-enhanced walkthrough?

Brad95Riv wrote:

IMO, any write-up is a good one. Think of it this way: at least some members will have very little experience working on cars, but they want to learn more. What better way to help them than to have a well-written, picture-enhanced walkthrough?

I'm one of those members and I appreciate every write up even one about removing a door panel Thanks !

whose filter are you using? i think i'm going to change mine out again this week. its only been ~20k miles on the Napa Gold, but for $15 it cant hurt to change it out again. i'll probably go with a delco one this time.

I change one every time I run the tank below 1/8th of a tank. You don't have to tell me twice.

wow, that would be like once a week for me at least.

just changed mine.. hey troy, pick up some safety glasses, gas in your eye isn't fun

Yeah, that's for sure. Try getting some in your mouth. That's amazing!!

and tranny fluid doesnt come out of hair easily

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Yeah, that's for sure. Try getting some in your mouth. That's amazing!!

lmao.. I remember when I was 8 or 9, my dad conned me into syphoning gas out of a garden hose to empty the tank on my KTM.. man.. delicious

lmao nice mr. riv :-/ just shave your head

And if you don't skin at least one knuckle, it's not a good fix................

Mr.Riviera wrote:

and tranny fluid doesnt come out of hair easily

i can relate!!

For a 99 Riviera is a Purolator fuel filter OK or should I go to the dealer and get a AC Delco?

Bert

ZZP claims that as tested, the fram product offers better flow than the delco and purolator. I doubt that you're going to have any real problem using the cheaper Purolator but out of preference, I'd choose against it and get the delco.

better flow = less filtration (fram)
better filtration = less flow (delco or wix)
so it depends on what you're looking to achieve with the new filter. i personally like the delcos. some say you will get poor mileage with wix filter b/c of the restricted flow, so i try not to buy them.
to me purolator puts out a better product than fram, but again that's just my 2cents

what the hell?...how do u put a fuel filter in and how do u know u need a new one? and how much is one?

I don't know if it's worth testing one but I replace mine every year. It is located under the drivers side floorboard between the end of the door and front of the rear wheel opening under the car. It is tucked up a bit but easy to find. You need a couple of wrenched to undo the nut then the back part pulls out of the rubber line. Cost a few dollars at the local autoparts store.

preventative maintenance. You don't want to wait until you need one. I think 25000 miles is a safe interval, although I think the dealer recommends higher than that.

Get the AC Delco.

you'll be fine with a purolator if it is cheaper than the delco. I put a WIX on my GFs regal and the mileage dropped slightly.

I like AC Delco parts, but I dont like having to drive across town to get them.
I have only read good reports about Purolator air/oil filters but have on idea if the fuel filters are more restictive.
Thanks
Bert