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I've been sitting here for 20 minutes..it keeps going. I wanted to replace my fuel filters but at this rate.... what the heck
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How long does the Primary Fuel Filter drain For!?
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if the tank level is higher it will never stop, or if the tank has pressure.
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The tank IS higher , so what do i do?
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The top of the primary filter housing should be above the top of the tank. When you pull the bolt out of the top of the filter housing it should break the siphon and the fuel will stop flowing. Also crack the fuel lid to make sure the sun hasn't been building pressure in the tank.
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ctappan94
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PO relocated the tank under the bed (higher than the filter), will this affect it?
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It's a bobber with the tank under the bed .
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yes sir, indeed ^ . I did manage to drain a whole bunch of gunk out of the original fuel filter... straight sediment & a good half pint of water... there was about 2 ounces of trans fluid in the tranny when I drained that as well....... swear to god. And the diffs were OK, but lots of metal build up on the magnet...LOTS... motor oil was straight sludge, as was the oil on the pan...just sludge. but nonetheless, this is next on the list! 
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IMO the best course of action would be to disconnect the fuel line at the tank, whether its a rubber hose with clamp or a fitting to unscrew. The purpose being to stop the siphon, the line you disconnect MUST be able to be raised above the level of fuel in the tank.
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sounds great, I'll try it right after the thundering stops. lol. but this won't cause fuel to drain all over my driveway, correct? ... because it seems like it would.. haha
seems like it'd be easier to just run 'er dry
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To reiterate
The consequence of not raising the line above the level of fuel will be a lot of diesel in your driveway. Having never seen your truck it may be conducive for you to just drain the tank dry, and refill when done, your call.
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how about making the filter higher than the tank?? park the truck on a steep enough grade with the front high.
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Too easy
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Disconnect the fuel line at the tank and add a ball valve.
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PO removed handbrake & I dont have chocks :/
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THATS INGENIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Definitely will!!!
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Get a 6 x 6 and make some chucks . How do you safely park it ? the multi's only need to roll a couple feet if they are in gear and they will start.
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ask the PO....... 
I leave it in gear... he said 'its completely safe' LOL
I leave it in gear... he said 'its completely safe' LOL
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The PO has given you some erroneous information...all it takes is a bump from another vehicle and as Porky said, it will start. I'd look into buying/making chocks and getting that handbrake re-installed. That truck was manufactured with that handbrake for a reason.ask the PO.......
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You can bump start these engines forwards or backwards. They'll run both directions. However, in reverse rotation they will not have oil flow!
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thats both hilarious and scary. Ill see where i can find the manual or something that indicates the needed parts