Fuel filter release tool

rick458 · Aug 16, 2014

Having a tough time releasing the fuel filter from the lines. I purchased a universal release tool set from Napa but they do not seem to work. I see that the manual shows special tool for this. Do you need this tool to release the filter? Would Ford have it?

Thanks

viva gt · Aug 16, 2014

Had the same issue. Had to get one from ford.

Xcentric · Aug 16, 2014

How much for the tool? The GT Guys said it's a PITA to R&R. My tech works at a Ford dealer. Am I better off paying him to change it?

viva gt · Aug 16, 2014

I don't know how much, mine was free and r&r of filter was also free. My buddy (a ford tech manager) tried with his tool that he had in his tool box. that tool did not work, he then ordered a few from ford and this one worked. He then gave it to me.

RALPHIE · Aug 17, 2014

Rich & Denis (GT Guy) made their own - and it WORKS! Maybe you can have them make one for you....

Vincent998 · Aug 17, 2014

What's the Ford number for the correct tool? I'll just go down and order one from my local dealer.

viva gt · Aug 17, 2014

I don't see a part # just "3/8 pat". It is yellow. That's all I can provide. Sorry.
Maybe when Dan gets back from bonniville he can help further.

analogdesigner · Aug 17, 2014

Since I need to do this service very soon, I bought this real fancy kit online last year. If it doesn't work well, I will make one on the spot in my machine shop. I will let you guys know if I learn anything worthwhile! Jay

MAD IN NC · Aug 17, 2014

analogdesigner said:
Since I need to do this service very soon, I bought this real fancy kit online last year. If it doesn't work well, I will make one on the spot in my machine shop. I will let you guys know if I learn anything worthwhile! Jay

Btw - I was thinking of ya as I was changing the oil while looking at the super conductor plugs..... Good do to see your'e back Jay.

I'll pre order one so put my name on the list. :biggrin

Another fine FGT product forthcoming from the designers garage!

Xcentric · Aug 17, 2014

I thought it was going to be some exotic and exotically priced tool. Does it look anything like this?

http://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-3321-Quick-Disconnect/dp/B0002SRD32

PeteK · Aug 18, 2014

Would someone please post a picture of the Ford tool? Thanks in advance.

paul b · Aug 18, 2014

If possible, are fittings available for the filter, so an extension hose could be made to relocate it to a better position?

SaskGT · Aug 19, 2014

I purchased the OTC tool kit #7337 (1/2" and 3/8"), which I believe is the one Ford uses. A picture is available at www.otctools.com/sites/default/files/import/7337_2.jpg. Had better success with this tool than the others.

viva gt · Aug 19, 2014

SaskGT said:
I purchased the OTC tool kit #7337 (1/2" and 3/8"), which I believe is the one Ford uses. A picture is available at www.otctools.com/sites/default/files/import/7337_2.jpg. Had better success with this tool than the others.

i have the yellow one and it works. it is a little bit tricky and you do have to play around a bit, but, it works.

PeteK · Aug 20, 2014

SaskGT said:
I purchased the OTC tool kit #7337 (1/2" and 3/8"), which I believe is the one Ford uses. A picture is available at www.otctools.com/sites/default/files/import/7337_2.jpg. Had better success with this tool than the others.

Thanks for the link. That looks like a standard tool for various hose/line quick connectors, including Ford A/C hoses.

Beach-GT · Aug 22, 2014

I bought a cheap set from Harbor Freight and ground the back off of the closest size to thin it down and slip into the spring. Worked.

RALPHIE · Aug 22, 2014

Maybe we could Rich Brooks to post a photo of the one that he and Denis made, & use?

viva gt · Aug 22, 2014

Beach-GT said:
I bought a cheap set from Harbor Freight and ground the back off of the closest size to thin it down and slip into the spring. Worked.

Looks like mine might have a small adjustment to it. I will talk to my friend this weekend to see if anything was done to it.

PL510*Jeff · Aug 22, 2014

I found this interesting.

Not knowing what this special little tool looked like I clicked on a link in one of the posts in this thread. Do not remember which one.

Yesterday I was going to do some shopping on Amazon.Com. On their opening page, near the bottom, was the typical "you might be interested in these items". And there were 7 or 8 mostly
Ford fuel line tools offered for sale.

I think I just discovered a new way to comparison shop. And to find suppliers, too.

Much simpler than sorting through Ebuy windows for sure.

Beach-GT · Aug 22, 2014

Tool

Here is what I did. The I ground the back of the 3/8 tool ans a little off the front as shown in the side view. I think the whole set cost about $5 bucks.

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