RE: catalina27-talk: RACOR Filter Problem

Wed, 31 May 2006 09:24:04 -0700

Is the Racor filter/water separator for a diesel system designed to be the primary fuel filter or an add-on? In other words, is it a spin-on filter mounted on the engine, or is it installed in the fuel line somewhere between the tank and the engine? I was under the impression it was the latter. But Ralph's mention of the spin-on filter raised the question in my mind. I've had no water problems to date (am careful to use additives regularly) but I want to take all prudent precautions. Any info would be appreciated.

Jeff Sheler
s/v Windsome
C27TR #6594     
Hampton, VA



At 08:25 PM 5/29/2006, you wrote:

You rang…..
 
Ralph did you get this resolved. I have a Racor 240S that I pulled off when I went to the turbo 500 last year.
 
I wasn’t sure I could find it (since it was last year) but there it was today. It came off sealed with a short length of fuel hose connected from input to output. I’ve got a new spin-on 2 micron for it somewhere? I even think I can send a second bowl.
 
I’d have to clean it up (UPS) doesn’t want to smell fuel but if your interested and pay shipping it would help clean up my garage.
 
Phil Agur                     s/v Wing Tip
Commodore ,             Call Sign WCW3485
IC27/270A                    MMSI 366901790
www.catalina27.org       Vessel Doc# 1039809
-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] [ mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Ralph E. Ahseln
Sent: Wednesday, May 03, 2006 11:59 AM
To: [ 27 Catalina ]
Subject: catalina27-talk: RACOR Filter Problem
 
Oh Wise and Worldly,
 
A little problem popped up Again on my C27
 
The RACOR diesel filter is a spin on... 120A  model
 
I have been having problems with a Fuel Leak at the inspection bowl of the fuel filter.
New filters and "O" rings don't seem to solve the problem.
 
I know NOT to tighten too much and all that..  but no matter what I do the darned thing begins to leak within a few hours of replacing the filter. I'm convinced that the engine vibration works it loose a bit, but I can't seem to solve the problem
 
I've had to loosen, then tighten the filter bowl to find the ONE tiny spot that seems keep it from leaking.
Of course in the process, Fuel flies and soak up pads get full..
 
The Water/inspection bowl.. (Clear Amber plastic bowl) is the original Older part.
I've inspected it for cracks or nicks and it appears to be in good shape.
My thinking, at this stage, is, That the bowl is somehow WARPED and won't allow the "O" ring to seat properly.. but that sure is a Stretch for thinking..
 
A funny thing, Looking at the new WEST MARINE catalog's Filter pages, there is an Advisory about the ABYC saying that Racor filters mounted in an engine compartment must pass a heat test or have a HEAT SHIELD .. And..  that Racor has Replacement Metal bowls for the Plastic ones..
 
Now THAT makes me suspicious..
 
Anyone got a Comment, Hint or Solution ?
 
 
 
Ralph Ahseln
Oblio
Gresham OR

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