IS a Z32 fuel filter necessary??

[s13drft89]

iam turbo charging my KA24DE, and this is what i have so far, but i was checking to see if i need a Z32 fuel filter, this is my setup so farSSA ManifoldSr20 T25 turboSr20 370cc injectorsApexi SafcOil lines return and feeddrilled oil pan3" downpipeSmic with pipingsNew head gasket and other gasketsMisc couplers

and thats it so if anyone can tell me if i need the Z32 fuel filter my 93 240sx has 175000 miles on it. Thanks

[Florida240sx]

Don't know if it is necessary..But why not get it? It allows for more flow and last a bit longer. I had it back when I was stock. I would recommend it.I change fuel filters like every 10k miles.Or If I think it might be clogged.Now that I'm turboed I'll be paranoid. Sorry I couldn't give you a direct answer but I would say yes get it.They were the same price last time anywayz.

[virus77]

its like $6 at your local pepboys, kragen, etc... Just get it, its not going to break the budget or anything and its good piece of mind.

[Jookmasta]

u can also get a nissan one at the dealership for 13 bux. its bigger and does a better job so they say. since its the same price as a 240 one, y not?

[cyrus240sx]

u can also get a nissan one at the dealership for 13 bux. its bigger and does a better job so they say. since its the same price as a 240 one, y not?

putting a 300zx fuel filter was the first mod i did to my car rofl

[streetracer]

Or you could just go to a parts store and by a fuel filter that is made for high hp engine and get a universal one. The one i got only cost me 20bucks for the damn thing but it is a see through. The only problem i have had is having to replace the rubber fuel line that connects to filter since it was cracked and old. I would recommend replacing the rubber fuel lines that hook to the filter since they are pretty old there self. The line only cost about 2 or 3 bucks but it is worth it. Or just get a braded line.

[vg33t]

I dont see a fuel pump on that list. I would put in the fuel pump first and run out a full tank of gas. Theres a good chance your going to get some dirt in there changing the fuel pump. That way you dont plug up your new fuel filter real fast.

[srdrps13]

yeh bro def get one.. it wont hurt ur pockets.. i got mine for like 10 dollars at advanced auto.. i could definitely feel the power difference... HAHAHA

[Chezedik]

You said it was see through, is it a glass one that is cylindrical? If so, GET IT OFF OF YOUR CAR! They are designed for carb'd cars, and the pressure is only a little higher. Not to mention the filtration is non-existant at those pressures. You are doing your engine a disservice and driving a potential fire hazard!

[get_up_mark]

when you change to a z32 fuel filter will that change the afrs?

[virus77]

no it wont change the A/F

[LasVegas240sx]

I am N/A, would you recommend putting one of these on my car? haven't changed it since I bought the car (only 3 months though heh)

[virus77]

Sure, its makes no difference really, Ive heard the z32 is cheaper so I guess if you are changing it might as well get it. And fuel filter is one of those things average people neglect to change, I would recomend changing it for sure if you bought the car recently.

[Chezedik]

At Advance they are exactly the same price.

[Nismochick240]

mmm you learn something new everyday. I'm soo glad I saw this thread. I need to replace my fuel filter and since it's a good upgrade Im def gonna buy one. So the Z32, turbo 300z right? or does it being for a turbo really matter? (Noob QUESTION HEHE)

[Florida240sx]

My understandign is just that it allows for more filtering.And will last longer.Due to more surface area.

[adoboboy]

so changing the fuel filter wont change A/F.If you put in a walbro 255lph pump, that will change a/f's right?

[KATwo40]

No, your A/F's will stay the same with the walbro pump.

[naed240sx]

My understandign is just that it allows for more filtering.And will last longer.Due to more surface area.

I don't see how it could allow for more filtering. It should last longer and flow better though. z32 fuel filters use a larger diameter, so there are more pathways through the filter for fuel to go, so fuel can more easily pass through, while still being filtered just as well.