Walbro Gss341 Pickup Filter

[NighEve]

I am after a replacement pickup filter for the Walbro GSS341 in tank pump. Unfortunately after having surging issues I removed the fuel pump to find the old is full of crap (damm fuel stations!).

I have found a place in the states and contacted them but they have not returned my message yet. I have been told the OEM will fit, but Ford will only sell me the whole fuel pump unit!

If someone knows where I can get one ASAP I would love to know otherwise my ute will remain parked in the shed :(

If I can't find one I will get the sh*ts and replace the whole unit with an external and surge tank (I would rather not though).

Joel.

[Adam]

That can't be right...

I know you used to be able to get the Ford filter on it's own.

[NighEve]

As much as it would make sense that "it can't be right" for ford not to sell the filter on its own, I can assure you that - unfortunately for me - it is right.

I have tried a number of QLD ford dealerships and have also had someone check a VIC dealer as well.

I managed to adapt a far better design to the Walbro in the end (it has an internal skelton so that it can't suck itself inside towards the inlet of the pump and subsequently build up crap in one area and ultimately restrict flow).

Nethertheless, many hours later after the 'chance-find' filter was acquired, specially tracked down submersible fuel hose from Victoria [uS company called 'Gates' makes this hose], stainless EFI clamps and many hours of labour later I tested it tonight - went very well for 10 minutes (all 296rwkw on tap), and just when I thought it was good it screwed up again.

Pulled it apart again - in the process snapping the connector to the fuel tank - and changed to the second Walbro pump I have here [in case the other one is buggered from having that nasty clogged up filter restrict it]. Now have to wait for tomorrow when I can get a decent connector and probably buy a pressure gauge to test it whilst under load (I will not let this beat me!)

Joel.