A Racor is intended to go in the line
between the tank and engine. Racor makes a lot of different styles of filters.
Some take a filter cartridge that drops into the assembly and other filter elements
“spin on” between the filter body and the bowl.
The main advantage is the clear (amber) bowl
where larger debris and any water collects. Frequent inspection can often catch
a problem before it happens. They also sell a water detection alarm that screws
into the bowl.
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 Jeffery L. Sheler
Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2006 9:25 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: RE: catalina27-talk:
RACOR Filter Problem
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
