leaking Model 80 fuel filter base

[jvlmed]

I have a 85 M1028. My fuel filter base is leaking and needs to be rebuilt or replaced. I am having a hard time finding parts. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[CUCVFAN]

Where's it leaking from? Are you sure it's not just the pressure switch. VERY common problem...

 

[jvlmed]

I will have to take a closer look I just noticed it dripping from what seamed to be the WIF drain.

 

[airmech]

Try www.oem-surplus.com , they have NOS military fuel filter assemblies for 49.95 plus shipping.

 

[ssgtwright-usmc]

Had same problem, leaking at the plastic drain screw plug which Chevy/GM does't sell by itself.
Got a new base with filter from ebay for $45. The only other thing I had to buy was the fuel pressure switch for the fuel filter base.

 

[86M10086.2L]

Here's food for thought, I had the same problem. Bought new swithces on E-pay, got a used fuel filter base froma member here on Steel Soldiers, and I tapped out the water and air drain fittings on the top and bottom of base and installed brass needle valves with some short lengths of 1/4" tubbing. Much easier to use, makes far less mess. And seal much better.

 

[jvlmed]

Thanks for all the information.

I replaced the fuel filter base (new one was without the pressure switch) from www.oem-surplus.comand. I also installed new Wellman 70 glow plugs while I was working on it. The truck starts much better. It barely turns over and it's running.

The main issue I had was starting and then stalling seeming to be out of fuel.

 

[chevysub1978]

CUCV Fuel Switch

Where can I get a Fuel Pressure switch at?