New fuel filter leaking

[Third Gear]

There isn’t a need for a washer on the inlet to the filter because it’s a flare fitting._x000D_
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Get an OEM Honda filter, they are much better than aftermarket – I’ve cut them open before. There shouldn’t be a need to solder, glue, or ghetto rig anything._x000D_
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[Third Gear]

Okay, hopefully the flare part of the fuel line is not damaged, as that will ruin your weekend. Inspect the female line that goes to the filter and see if anything is gouged or damaged. There are tools that are used on flare ends and fittings, but those w

[Bertsail]

The filter is a purflux brand, well known in France for oil filters ect._x000D_
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I was in the parts shop to get something else and on the list found one for my Honda._x000D_
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It looks the same._x000D_
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But it also is for Hyundai and Rover, so maybe the washer is needed

[Bertsail]

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The box of copper washers came this morning._x000D_
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10 the right size, so using a nut with a hole slightly smaller than the OD of the washer, a countersunk bolt through the centre and a nut and washer, I made the copper washer conic so it would sit i

[Third Gear]

I’m glad you fixed it and that there was no damage to the fuel line. I’ve had my fair share of high quality aftermarket parts not work correctly. That is why I usually try to get OEM unless it is ridiculously more expensive._x000D_
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[dreamer2355]

Welcome to the forums!_x000D_
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Good job on your fix and yup, you get what you pay for when it comes to automotive parts.

[EricTheCarGuy]

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There isn’t a need for a washer on the inlet to the filter because it’s a flare fitting._x000D_
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Get an OEM Honda filter, they are much better than aftermarket – I’ve cut them open before. There shouldn’t be a need to

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