What does the inside of a Fuel Filter look like after 300,000 miles?

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ChrisFix

ChrisFix

8 жыл бұрын

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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@Nyitemare
@Nyitemare 3 жыл бұрын
That flow test is exactly why this channel is so fantastic
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@05council49
@05council49 2 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix wow you still reply to vids this old? Your commitment is just.... Wow
@jorgeprieto6578
@jorgeprieto6578 2 жыл бұрын
Was the fuel test done in reverse flow?
@tommak6516
@tommak6516 2 жыл бұрын
@@jorgeprieto6578 It looks to me like it was a reverse flow so it proves nothing.
@Dannyaudio69
@Dannyaudio69 2 жыл бұрын
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
@samirlekiller3905
@samirlekiller3905 5 жыл бұрын
Its amazing how his video style doesn't change much over the years, "done" ,"good" are just is so satisfying
@technopanda1018
@technopanda1018 4 жыл бұрын
Samirlekiller except that he sounds like he enjoys fixing his cars
@jacob1931
@jacob1931 3 жыл бұрын
Ikr
@ivanolmedo803
@ivanolmedo803 3 жыл бұрын
That and when he says “out with the old and in with the new”
@satankitty8051
@satankitty8051 2 жыл бұрын
@@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
@ktaragorn
@ktaragorn Жыл бұрын
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.
@hurstshifter
@hurstshifter 2 жыл бұрын
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 KZfaq!
@displayfireworks1
@displayfireworks1 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@justinc9911
@justinc9911 3 жыл бұрын
hold my beer let me remove my ford bedliner and grind a hole in the box to get to the pump lol
@kyleward8973
@kyleward8973 Жыл бұрын
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
@maxarothdev7374
@maxarothdev7374 10 ай бұрын
My car has the ac window, what am i looking for with the bubble window?
@jared491
@jared491 5 жыл бұрын
watching chrisfix makes me want to fix everything on my car
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 5 жыл бұрын
Haha perfect
@maggiecraig5149
@maggiecraig5149 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@Gjonesy9
@Gjonesy9 4 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix Wow!
@Gjonesy9
@Gjonesy9 4 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix What additional steps can I make before replacing the catalytic converter and in which order would you recommend? 1) Change Gas Filter.
@Gjonesy9
@Gjonesy9 4 жыл бұрын
@@chrisfix Correction: like using steel wool pads saturated with soap.
@Scofco
@Scofco 8 жыл бұрын
Brb, changing my fuel filter.
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
+Scofco lol
@a2exxhd671
@a2exxhd671 8 жыл бұрын
+Scofco must see it mine dude after 170k from 99 and i got a carburator one the diference is big !
@andrewrout8712
@andrewrout8712 6 жыл бұрын
LMAO
@ProjectZorgo-zp4jq
@ProjectZorgo-zp4jq 5 жыл бұрын
Uh oh! I haven’t changed my fuel filter in 15 years! 😬 ( This is a joke )
@hashim_iraq
@hashim_iraq 5 жыл бұрын
LMAO
@Isaiah5417GdLk
@Isaiah5417GdLk 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@austiniscool1242
@austiniscool1242 5 жыл бұрын
1:23 he takes the wood pieces away, what a savage
@cozmic7758
@cozmic7758 4 жыл бұрын
oof
@graceperez9672
@graceperez9672 3 жыл бұрын
Cozmic RoBlOx OoF
@awesomeluis
@awesomeluis 3 жыл бұрын
It's Chris fix, he knows for a fact that his brakes are keeping it 💯%. Haha.
@austiniscool1242
@austiniscool1242 3 жыл бұрын
69 likes, nice
@awesomeluis
@awesomeluis 3 жыл бұрын
I was gonna like the original comment but I'd hate to be that guy. Haha.
@gerowen
@gerowen 6 жыл бұрын
Holy crap I like those ramps with the slide away piece!
@co3856
@co3856 5 жыл бұрын
WHAT BRAND ARE THE RAMPS CHRISSSS
@dyoel182
@dyoel182 5 жыл бұрын
They're great but you have to remember to put the ramp section back. Don't ask how many times I've forgotten.
@VincentVader
@VincentVader 5 жыл бұрын
I have some old metal ramps that have a detachable ramp part. My dad bought them back in the 80s. I love them.
@jonathancorder3159
@jonathancorder3159 5 жыл бұрын
@@dyoel182 "ask me how I know" ~Chris Fix
@ATLAStheprima-synth
@ATLAStheprima-synth 5 жыл бұрын
Salad fingers anybody
@Simpl3-E
@Simpl3-E 5 жыл бұрын
My car has 140k and this makes me want to check my fuel filter now! Another great video, Thanks Chris :)
@johnnyshido7247
@johnnyshido7247 4 жыл бұрын
I wanna check ur filters ;)
@johnnyshido7247
@johnnyshido7247 4 жыл бұрын
@@sebastianskii7512 lol.. You mean like a catfish? Or transgender that gonna reveal late in game?
@sebastianskii7512
@sebastianskii7512 4 жыл бұрын
@@johnnyshido7247 as much as we know he could be our father, but yeah, he's probably a transgender gender fluid gay non binary.
@johnnyshido7247
@johnnyshido7247 4 жыл бұрын
@@sebastianskii7512 why everybody gotta be a paranoid conspiracy theorist?
@qlus
@qlus 4 жыл бұрын
@@sebastianskii7512 and how do you know?
@restinpeacekobe2411
@restinpeacekobe2411 4 жыл бұрын
Mechanic: if you need me for anything let me know Me: I watch chrisfix videos Mechanic: kills me with a ratchet
@folkwinknockaert3727
@folkwinknockaert3727 4 жыл бұрын
Me: want to learn about cars and stuff Chrisfix: watch my videos Me: ask a mechanic chrisfix: kills me with breaker bar
@dickJohnsonpeter
@dickJohnsonpeter 4 жыл бұрын
You'd be way better off watching videos specific to whatever vehicle you have.
@walteradamgray9023
@walteradamgray9023 4 жыл бұрын
Watching a Chris Fix video in addition to a video specific for your car is the way to go
@whydoihave6neutrals772
@whydoihave6neutrals772 4 жыл бұрын
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
@Milk-ew4pf
@Milk-ew4pf 4 жыл бұрын
@@dickJohnsonpeter no no, hes got a point.
@PH-md8xp
@PH-md8xp Жыл бұрын
Every video you make Chris, is flawlessly produced and chock full of useful info.
@AC-pm7sn
@AC-pm7sn 8 жыл бұрын
Dude that side by side test he does is awesome hahaha who puts that much time into a test like that? Only ChrisFix.
@mubasherrehman9976
@mubasherrehman9976 8 жыл бұрын
The more you know
@SE45CX
@SE45CX 7 жыл бұрын
You're a great teacher Chris. This stuff is great.
@johnmoore1495
@johnmoore1495 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@nicodelatorre3431
@nicodelatorre3431 6 жыл бұрын
John Moore but it was a new clean filter...
@goldenbrick100
@goldenbrick100 5 жыл бұрын
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
@earnestbunbury2103
@earnestbunbury2103 8 жыл бұрын
The filter tried to hang itself...
@leleedler
@leleedler 8 жыл бұрын
lol
@TheMotocross4life
@TheMotocross4life 7 жыл бұрын
Earnest Bunbury I literally lol as I imagined a personified filter attempting to commit suicide
@ripple4612
@ripple4612 7 жыл бұрын
lmaoooo thats really funnny😂😂😂
@johnbeer5242
@johnbeer5242 6 жыл бұрын
Earnest Bunbury 😂😭😂😭😭😂😂
@umdsupreme
@umdsupreme 6 жыл бұрын
That is hilarious!
@jesusfimbres2636
@jesusfimbres2636 4 жыл бұрын
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 👍🏼
@alizthirtyfour
@alizthirtyfour 5 жыл бұрын
the amount of times Chris said “Fuel Filter” lmao
@silasmcgee3647
@silasmcgee3647 4 жыл бұрын
If you were to take a shot for every time he says fuel filter I think you would die of alcohol poisoning
@GoldyCraft79
@GoldyCraft79 3 жыл бұрын
How come you don’t have enough comments lol
@mswerdna
@mswerdna 8 жыл бұрын
Get that van to 1 Million miles.
@mitchellbrenner2210
@mitchellbrenner2210 7 жыл бұрын
i wouldnt be surprised he takes care of his cars like his children
@matthijsja1525
@matthijsja1525 7 жыл бұрын
mitchell brenner but he still didn't replace the fuel filter for 20 years lmao
@MaxiiBoii23
@MaxiiBoii23 7 жыл бұрын
Matthijs ja Probably before he even started fixing his cars, idk.
@ihavehotmail2
@ihavehotmail2 8 жыл бұрын
flow test put this vid over the top !! great idea
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I thought of it last minute and I'm glad you like it. The top tip was interesting too
@samuelgotwalt7805
@samuelgotwalt7805 8 жыл бұрын
+ChrisFix where is the video for the GM fuel filter?
@k1ghz960
@k1ghz960 6 жыл бұрын
ditto
@ez4ag
@ez4ag 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@zeusbigelbow3050
@zeusbigelbow3050 5 жыл бұрын
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
@Dave-in-France
@Dave-in-France 7 жыл бұрын
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.
@derrickhuddleston4504
@derrickhuddleston4504 5 жыл бұрын
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
@papap743
@papap743 5 жыл бұрын
Derrick Huddleston so true
@tonypspokertable2728
@tonypspokertable2728 4 жыл бұрын
I'm just waiting for his book or DVD to hit Amazon or something
@benkanobe7500
@benkanobe7500 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant test you designed and so simple. Way to go, Chris!
@jeremygirtz3254
@jeremygirtz3254 3 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate how thorough you are in your education videos.
@roberij05
@roberij05 8 жыл бұрын
Off to find out where my fuel filter is lol
@cpgone
@cpgone 8 жыл бұрын
+roberij05 goog it and put in diagram (and or ) location of your vehicle
@February54
@February54 8 жыл бұрын
+roberij05 If you can't find it under the hood or under the car, it will be in your fuel tank.
@Primer2toneGarage
@Primer2toneGarage 8 жыл бұрын
+February No! Don't say that! LOL
@February54
@February54 8 жыл бұрын
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.
@KOakaKO
@KOakaKO 8 жыл бұрын
+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.
@noekiyu
@noekiyu 8 жыл бұрын
You sir have convinced me to change my fuel filter. Thanks :]
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
+Edgar Chaves Awesome!
@David-vt9hr
@David-vt9hr 8 жыл бұрын
hey chris what do you think about k&n air filters are they good can they damaged your car?
@IBRedeemed
@IBRedeemed 8 жыл бұрын
+Edgar Chaves Second that
@twintubro8528
@twintubro8528 7 жыл бұрын
Evan Chase wow really
@markwilliams6378
@markwilliams6378 7 жыл бұрын
Especially with new direct injection engines and high powered piezo injectors
@neumank5334
@neumank5334 4 жыл бұрын
Your shows are the most informative on KZfaq. 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.
@davewilliams4556
@davewilliams4556 5 жыл бұрын
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.
@Mdaddarioe
@Mdaddarioe 8 жыл бұрын
This was an extremely enlightening video that tells me not to neglect the importance of replacing the fuel filter. Great experiment, Chris!
@ionu4535
@ionu4535 11 ай бұрын
Late to the party, but begs the question, why did Chris for 300K?
@deegee1559
@deegee1559 7 жыл бұрын
I keep watching this video just because of how satisfying it is 🙂☺
@tainoperformance2707
@tainoperformance2707 7 жыл бұрын
Dylan D ✋ your not alone bod
@sandimierobjesspayne9024
@sandimierobjesspayne9024 6 жыл бұрын
Dyla
@teutonalex
@teutonalex 5 жыл бұрын
Same here. I'm so glad I changed mine. Was probably the original one with 220K miles
@futurestrader6435
@futurestrader6435 4 жыл бұрын
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!!
@adamjensen2.0
@adamjensen2.0 5 жыл бұрын
Great upload, I can't believe the 305k filter lasted so long. I especially like the flow test that's some interesting stuff!
@obfuscated3090
@obfuscated3090 6 жыл бұрын
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.
@ws-mitch3256
@ws-mitch3256 6 жыл бұрын
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 😄
@waltgv
@waltgv 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Really informative and well made. Now I know why my 20 year old boxster has started running rough!
@Steve-bo6ht
@Steve-bo6ht 2 жыл бұрын
That flow test was just incredible really interesting results Chris
@RocketRaven
@RocketRaven 8 жыл бұрын
Drinking game take a drink every time he says fuel filter
@locolaroco933
@locolaroco933 8 жыл бұрын
LOL
@RocketRaven
@RocketRaven 8 жыл бұрын
i wonder how many drinks that would count up to haha :)
@locolaroco933
@locolaroco933 8 жыл бұрын
Right!
@RocketRaven
@RocketRaven 8 жыл бұрын
Joseph Hutson at least over 20
@fakiefilms8481
@fakiefilms8481 8 жыл бұрын
You'd be dead at the end.
@666rtard
@666rtard 7 жыл бұрын
I bet that van even runs better since installing that new filter.
@christianmotley262
@christianmotley262 2 жыл бұрын
I runs 250 MPH now!
@nastysoda9212
@nastysoda9212 2 жыл бұрын
I learn so much watching your videos, you do actual scientific inspections or tests.
@alekdi1583
@alekdi1583 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Chris! changing my 80k filter tomorrow. Fantastic!
@freeaudiobooks7469
@freeaudiobooks7469 5 жыл бұрын
Brita needs to make fuel filters
@joshua4620
@joshua4620 5 жыл бұрын
This is a good idea
@mosomos89
@mosomos89 5 жыл бұрын
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...?"
@justinc9911
@justinc9911 3 жыл бұрын
lmao
@SinghTheMaster
@SinghTheMaster 6 жыл бұрын
I keep watching your random videos because they are so knowledgeable and inspiring. Keep it up bro. Much love!!
@jessicah3450
@jessicah3450 4 жыл бұрын
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!
@jayjaynella4539
@jayjaynella4539 2 жыл бұрын
the fuel pumps have their own filters on them to remove tank sediments.
@frankmurguia
@frankmurguia 2 жыл бұрын
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
@amazoniam3695
@amazoniam3695 2 жыл бұрын
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!!!!!
@Joseph-vg2xt
@Joseph-vg2xt 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris for your time and dedication on making all of these videos and sharing your passion.
@icecoldcola08
@icecoldcola08 6 жыл бұрын
Well. My cars at 105K miles. Never been changed. Will be tomorrow 😂😂😂
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Let me know how it goes!
@whyarewehere3893
@whyarewehere3893 5 жыл бұрын
How'd it go then?
@Tang526
@Tang526 5 жыл бұрын
Just changed mine with 276k
@johan6767
@johan6767 5 жыл бұрын
Disappointed
@dylanthevillain2666
@dylanthevillain2666 4 жыл бұрын
icecoldcola08 mine has 160K miles
@jasonstrout4502
@jasonstrout4502 5 жыл бұрын
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.
@truckinman86
@truckinman86 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely would love to see a diesel fuel filter comparison. Those need changing far more frequently.
@bakaweiner6956
@bakaweiner6956 2 жыл бұрын
& you can easily judge who change their filters frequently by looking at their exhaust's fumes....
@AlldaylongRock
@AlldaylongRock Жыл бұрын
@@bakaweiner6956 What happens? I wanna know because I do drive a Diesel 😂
@felixkremer7773
@felixkremer7773 Жыл бұрын
@@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.
@AlldaylongRock
@AlldaylongRock Жыл бұрын
@@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
@adams3445
@adams3445 6 жыл бұрын
i just change my filter . your video is 1000% correct man, thanks.
@hmroa3056
@hmroa3056 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent, as usual, Chris! Thank you for your well made videos and editing.
@jjohnjason8811
@jjohnjason8811 2 жыл бұрын
Chris, this is probably the very best channel I've ever looked at, thankyou. J
@DallasTwiford
@DallasTwiford Жыл бұрын
You are such a dork! I LOVE IT! The fuel flow test was over the top goodness. Thanks for your videos!
@bonchea1159
@bonchea1159 5 жыл бұрын
thank you for all of extra work that you have done . great job
@electronicshelpcare
@electronicshelpcare 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video.
@MasterGaming-el7jx
@MasterGaming-el7jx 3 жыл бұрын
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@dirtnapz996
@dirtnapz996 3 жыл бұрын
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@dirtnapz996 3 жыл бұрын
@@MasterGaming-el7jx worst gaming channel I’ve seen.
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@MasterGaming-el7jx 3 жыл бұрын
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@dirtnapz996
@dirtnapz996 3 жыл бұрын
@@MasterGaming-el7jx no seriously.. it’s bad
@Hugh_Manitee
@Hugh_Manitee Жыл бұрын
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 KZfaq!
@pete5534
@pete5534 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@GamerzCove
@GamerzCove 6 жыл бұрын
I changed mine out at 190k in my 4runner. It started having starting problems and after I changed it out it ran like new
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@kirinhickcox7025
@kirinhickcox7025 5 жыл бұрын
GamerzCove! Yea same mine has 1.000.000 miles are family had it for about 60 years
@TheUnknownHarbingers
@TheUnknownHarbingers 4 жыл бұрын
@@kirinhickcox7025 if it really has a million you can probably get a free new vehicle.. That's pretty amazing though
@kirinhickcox7025
@kirinhickcox7025 4 жыл бұрын
Thx
@benjammin2020
@benjammin2020 4 жыл бұрын
@@kirinhickcox7025 what make model is it. that's amazing, and would have to be from the 60s!!
@runningoverland7656
@runningoverland7656 5 жыл бұрын
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!
@osman_0394
@osman_0394 4 жыл бұрын
What other things do you do if i may ask?
@ignaciogodoy7095
@ignaciogodoy7095 3 жыл бұрын
@@osman_0394 , all the belt’s, timing belt, direction belt, etc, spark plugs
@supervisorhere
@supervisorhere 5 жыл бұрын
Once again, a great video from ChrisFix ! Thanks for the educational video :)
@friedpancakes266
@friedpancakes266 3 жыл бұрын
I went into this video not even knowing what a fuel filter was. I always learn something when I watch one of your videos
@LLYoutube565
@LLYoutube565 8 жыл бұрын
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!
@tuffguy407
@tuffguy407 7 жыл бұрын
for a young dude this guy knows his shit and his knowledge is conveyed well in his videos clear and concise
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Colt!
@gianniskadiths7697
@gianniskadiths7697 7 жыл бұрын
COLT THOMSON
@hding98
@hding98 6 жыл бұрын
Summarized well, and that is exactly why his videos easily get millions of views I think.
@itsyourboiboi1508
@itsyourboiboi1508 6 жыл бұрын
If he liked cars so much he would make better vehicle decisions. Based on his age, he does not need a minivan.
@F_Ts5619
@F_Ts5619 6 жыл бұрын
COLT THOMSON iiii
@lilibethdoherty295
@lilibethdoherty295 4 жыл бұрын
The 305k fuel filter still worked ,amazing!
@mkatalin09
@mkatalin09 2 жыл бұрын
Good'ol videos from Chris..always a pleasure watching these even though i know most of this stuff
@raysmyth8596
@raysmyth8596 7 жыл бұрын
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!
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын
+Ray Smyth I'm glad you enjoyed the videos Ray!
@jockosboy17
@jockosboy17 8 жыл бұрын
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...
@NachoTV
@NachoTV 8 жыл бұрын
+Joshua C sounds like i'm going to have to change some fuel filters soon!
@HimmelWeint
@HimmelWeint 8 жыл бұрын
+Joshua C HA my car has the fuel filter in a super inconvenient location therefore it is a lifetime filter.
@Spare1058
@Spare1058 8 жыл бұрын
+Himmel Weint but if it messes up don't you gotta replace the entire unit?
@HimmelWeint
@HimmelWeint 8 жыл бұрын
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.
@Spare1058
@Spare1058 8 жыл бұрын
Himmel Weint Oh
@rayamundson8394
@rayamundson8394 9 ай бұрын
That was an awesome video. Now when I change my filter tomorrow , I will do it exactly the way you did it. Thank you.
@justplease2024
@justplease2024 2 жыл бұрын
that flow test is so cool
@JordanMSeverns
@JordanMSeverns 8 жыл бұрын
"interesting. they tied a rope around it for some reason" lol
@GordorBR
@GordorBR 8 жыл бұрын
+Jordan Severns that was tottally strange stuff
@XerxesTheGreatOne
@XerxesTheGreatOne 8 жыл бұрын
its to give the pleats extra strength
@DiraNightcore
@DiraNightcore 8 жыл бұрын
Tied a rope around its self lol. Tried to put its self out its misery
@XerxesTheGreatOne
@XerxesTheGreatOne 8 жыл бұрын
lol
@rrrrrr-fp6wn
@rrrrrr-fp6wn 8 жыл бұрын
+Ame Nightcore youre so original ^^
@OmarA-le1jp
@OmarA-le1jp 5 жыл бұрын
Wow the content you bring in your videos are incredibly amazing and impressive! Excellent work bro! :)
@AkatDeen
@AkatDeen 2 жыл бұрын
Gosh… 6 years old video come useful for me today.. thanks Chris
@ShuckyDucky09
@ShuckyDucky09 2 жыл бұрын
This channel is so amazing he’s so creative with his testing
@CFIRST58
@CFIRST58 6 жыл бұрын
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?
@universalchiro
@universalchiro 5 жыл бұрын
That was great information about fuel filters. Thank you for sharing.
@nctrnlmjsty798
@nctrnlmjsty798 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@konzekuenze
@konzekuenze 3 жыл бұрын
Beem watching your videos for some time... Finally I've subscribed, and I'm happy to support your channel. :)
@duringthejourneyi
@duringthejourneyi 6 жыл бұрын
I clicked for content, and that is what I got. Thank you. well done
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you are enjoying the videos!
@mr.peanutbutter6969
@mr.peanutbutter6969 6 жыл бұрын
Honey, That jackass is buying all the fuel filters!
@shredder_mang3211
@shredder_mang3211 5 жыл бұрын
Mr. Peanutbutter mr mayor
@youpie
@youpie 5 жыл бұрын
whos that dog
@V6Filmz
@V6Filmz 5 жыл бұрын
Bojack Horseman and Mr. Peanutbutter in the same room? What is this, a crossover episode?
@joemamma4324
@joemamma4324 5 жыл бұрын
LOLOLOL
@richardfearn2723
@richardfearn2723 4 жыл бұрын
Best car mechanic videos I have ever seen!
@howiewill
@howiewill 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@tomasgaspar9664
@tomasgaspar9664 7 жыл бұрын
awesome video, chris! very informative.
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tomas!
@mrc14_2
@mrc14_2 6 жыл бұрын
The clean fuel looks like lemonade
@ethan_hsv62l
@ethan_hsv62l 5 жыл бұрын
Mario Mario no
@trashcarfj45
@trashcarfj45 5 жыл бұрын
Mmm poison
@sabagamer3052
@sabagamer3052 5 жыл бұрын
@@ethan_hsv62l it's a joke
@hazzarrocks3398
@hazzarrocks3398 5 жыл бұрын
Mario Mario want some clean gas it’s lemonade
@LTECharged
@LTECharged 5 жыл бұрын
Forbidden lemonade
@blackzeppellica
@blackzeppellica 4 жыл бұрын
The way you talk and explain everything gave me confident to fix my own cars. Great videos Chris!!
@christianmotley262
@christianmotley262 2 жыл бұрын
Well move over and let Robert Plant change the air in your tires.
@mikec3454
@mikec3454 4 жыл бұрын
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.
@mypointofview-fj1hg
@mypointofview-fj1hg 7 жыл бұрын
best fuel filter I seen so far
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@tboneski3809
@tboneski3809 8 жыл бұрын
Great videos man. Keep em coming.
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
+Tim Stoinski Thanks a lot Tim!
@shawnp8429
@shawnp8429 8 жыл бұрын
+ChrisFix are you in Maryland
@jorgeespinoza2181
@jorgeespinoza2181 8 жыл бұрын
you do the best videos
@Muffin192213
@Muffin192213 Жыл бұрын
I just love stuff like this, CF you are my hero.
@mohammedriaz7667
@mohammedriaz7667 5 жыл бұрын
Super work very well explained will be changing my fuel filter with every service after all this information
@Trd2020
@Trd2020 8 жыл бұрын
Best mechanic youtube channel. you have officially surpassed Eric the car guy and Scotty Kilmer.
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
+avalanche Thanks a lot!
@Primer2toneGarage
@Primer2toneGarage 8 жыл бұрын
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.
@rronaldreagan
@rronaldreagan 8 жыл бұрын
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
@glocktown21
@glocktown21 8 жыл бұрын
Chris Fix... All your videos are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANKS DUDE! KEEP THE CAMERA AND CARS ROLLLLLLIN!
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
+Justin Watts thanks Justin!
@MuhammadAli-su3oo
@MuhammadAli-su3oo 8 жыл бұрын
+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.
@Arvence
@Arvence 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. I think I'm gonna change my filter now. Never thought about it. Thanks Chris! 👍🏽
@vigil_construct93
@vigil_construct93 2 жыл бұрын
Dude your videos are phenomenal as always, keep up with the grind…
@Jayj93pgt
@Jayj93pgt 8 жыл бұрын
excellent video
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@charizardsniper5064
@charizardsniper5064 3 жыл бұрын
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 KZfaqrs 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?
@blcdad
@blcdad 3 жыл бұрын
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!
@rideout_ryan
@rideout_ryan 3 жыл бұрын
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👍
@Woodenarrows
@Woodenarrows 8 жыл бұрын
Great video and an excellent example of the need to change that filter. Amazing the debris that was in the van's filter!
@saywhat9158
@saywhat9158 8 жыл бұрын
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.
@JohnSmith-wx9wj
@JohnSmith-wx9wj 8 жыл бұрын
+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.
@JohnSmith-wx9wj
@JohnSmith-wx9wj 8 жыл бұрын
***** Thanks
@himasayed
@himasayed 8 жыл бұрын
in Egypt we change fuel filter After 3 month max lol our fuel is too bad
@chrisfix
@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is often. Thanks for sharing!
@WarthDader74
@WarthDader74 8 жыл бұрын
+himasayed I change mine once a week
@bbgunnerman
@bbgunnerman 8 жыл бұрын
+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!
@Anderon1210
@Anderon1210 8 жыл бұрын
+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
@bbgunnerman
@bbgunnerman 8 жыл бұрын
***** Must be all the ethanol in the states
@kristinewhite3206
@kristinewhite3206 3 жыл бұрын
I love your science tests!
@glenngrassano3229
@glenngrassano3229 4 жыл бұрын
What a fantastic video, I'm going to change my filter today, thanks Chris
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