When you replacethe fuel filter element in a ‘glass bowl’ type filter, it’s tempting to do the retaining bolt up as tight as you possibly can. But try to avoid this if possible – you can crack the bowl if you do it too tight. Tighten it ’till you can’t rotate the filter element, then stop…

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