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Old Oct 15, 2014 | 11:11 PM
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want to replace fuel filter

I want to replace the fuel filter is but is there a better one then oem,use a cheap aftermarket one,or one of the high flow glass type.

Whats your thoughts.
Old Oct 15, 2014 | 11:16 PM
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Stick with OEM.
Only like $15.
Old Oct 15, 2014 | 11:19 PM
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Old Oct 15, 2014 | 11:48 PM
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OEM Z32 TT filter is what I use. Direct fit.

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Old Oct 16, 2014 | 04:21 AM
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Buy the Nissan 300zx fuel filter. Its made in Japan compared to the one thats stock thats made in mexico or China. I bought it and it has really better build quality it feels and looks like a premium filter. Get the original one by Nissan. Its the one that last the longest to 60,000 miles.
Old Oct 16, 2014 | 05:47 AM
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Good idea about the Z32 TT filters. I think a Z32, like my G50, can pump up about ~10 lbs more pressure than what I've seen on the A32.
Old Oct 16, 2014 | 06:27 AM
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Does going OEM on fuel filter really matter? I go with whatever equivalent (FRAM, Purolator etc) is at the parts store because it's a really simple device. Just so long as you replace it regularly.
Old Oct 16, 2014 | 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by dwapenyi
Does going OEM on fuel filter really matter? I go with whatever equivalent (FRAM, Purolator etc) is at the parts store because it's a really simple device. Just so long as you replace it regularly.
+1

As long as they are replaced at a decent interval, FRAM, Purolator etc. are fine...plus the fact that if u change em more frequently than 60k, the easier they are to remove the gas line from...its a 5 min. job i dont mind doing
Old Oct 16, 2014 | 10:13 AM
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Well I went and ordered the Nissan maxima oem one. Thanks for your input guys
Old Oct 20, 2014 | 08:19 PM
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So I received my oem filter today. I also replaced the small sections of fuel hose before and after the filter. Two sections where the clamps were was separated. Im surprised I did not have a fuel leak.

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Old Oct 20, 2014 | 09:31 PM
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It's very important that when you replace that hose, you the correct replacement that us in spec. Off the top of my head the specification goes something like sae r39. It should be written repeatedly on the hose.
Old Oct 21, 2014 | 06:36 AM
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^ What he said. Check that the hose is rated for fuel injection the parts monkeys won't. They will just uncoil 2 foot of hose and never look back.
Old Oct 21, 2014 | 04:54 PM
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Should've went Z32, the bracket doesn't get stretched that much. It'll last longer too.
Old Oct 21, 2014 | 05:19 PM
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I have the correct hose.I went with oem because i wanted to order the part asap and the reply's were slow
Old Oct 21, 2014 | 08:53 PM
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The only reason I didn't recommend a Z32 is because of a previous post I read where someone was talking about it affecting fuel pressure and you shouldn't use it without a way to adjust it.

Everyone keeps chiming in saying you should have though, so it figures I stumbled across some misinformation. OEM will still last you at least 60k, but I've seen them on cars still at 200k with the original. You're fine.
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