Lucas diesel fuel filter for patrol........where can i get this?

Submitted: Friday, Mar 21, 2003 at 23:05
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Currently using valvoline fuel filter. Have a Nissan genuine as spare but don't know if it is better than valvoline.
Also, how good can lucas filter is except it can show us the water level in filter ? Where can I get this in Dandenong area and how much ?

Thanks for any advice !
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Reply By: Member - Topcat - Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 00:23

Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 00:23
If you have a Coventry Dealer in your area try them as they deal in Lucas Filter accessories. Have Wheels Will Travel
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Reply By: Scott - Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 13:36

Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 13:36
Use a Ryco filter and stick to your original Nissan unit as it does have a light to tell you as soon as water is in the filter housing. Chances of getting water is slim today in diesel unless you are using drum fuel that is not cared for correctly. Without the light in the Lucas unit you could get a full dose of water not knowing it was there. With your Nissan original unit the light will come on while you are driving. I have seen this scenario twice with people that have changed from their original filters.
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Follow Up By: IAMGQ - Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 23:00

Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 23:00
Thanks Scott
You just point out an important factor which I haven't considered. Thank
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Reply By: Eric - Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 22:40

Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 22:40
Iamgq.
THe lucas or cav filter is designed for tractors where the fuel tank is above the filter and there is always a slight positive presure, If you use them as a suck threw filter they may not allow enough fuel to you motor. I recomend using the factory filter becuse of the light and you will need it for the primer pump. The only way to use the cav is in line with a transfer pump. Eric.
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Follow Up By: IAMGQ - Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 23:05

Saturday, Mar 22, 2003 at 23:05
Thanks Eric,
from what you say, Lucas/Cav filter has filter element which is finer than other aftermarket / genuine filter (i.e. <10micron)? If so, shouldn't it be better ?
Haven't heard ppl using it with lacking of fuel supply...........
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Reply By: Truckster - Sunday, Mar 23, 2003 at 18:40

Sunday, Mar 23, 2003 at 18:40
www.dencodiesel.com sell em too.
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