Howdy Dan -
When I changed it on my '78 240D I went to Sears & bought the correct
size socket for less than $20 IIRC - it takes a
1-13/16" in SAE size. I didn't locate a proper sized metric socket and this
one worked perfectly. I just checked the sears website and the socket is
listed as $25.
Having the correct tool is the only way to know you won;t do any damage.
I tried a pipe wrench and because of the location and difficulty I couldn't
get any leverage to break it loose. The socket was a piece of cake -
BTW, since I didn't know how bad my filter would be so I bought a new
one - Rusty has them for $17.00 for my a '80 300D. Rusty calls them "Fuel
Screen" in the Online Catalog. pn E1010-87062 (same as for my W124 91 300D)
HTHs -
Sincerely,
Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo)
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Dan & Sandy Steadman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 10:52 AM
Subject: [MBZ] In Tank Fuel Filter
I have a partially clogged in-tank fuel filter in my 1980 300D. I have
drained the tank (yes, I made a mess and it took a long time to drain a
gallon and a half). I need to know the best way to get the filter out. I
don't have a wrench or socket that will fit the filter.
Any tricks or suggestions?
Thanks,
Dan Steadman
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