1978 Ford Thunderbird Fuel Filter

Tiny
78THUNDERBIRD351
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  • 1978 FORD THUNDERBIRD
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My car is having a hard time starting. I've replaced the spark plugs, good battery, new fuel pump, rebuilt the starter and now I'd like to check the fuel filter but I am having a hay day trying to find it.

Can you tell me exactly where it is located so I can change it out please? I have a 1978 Ford Thunderbird 351.

Thank you.
Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 AT 10:24 AM

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Tiny
DOCFIXIT
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Follow fuel line to carb and there it is small canister
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Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 AT 11:45 AM
Tiny
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If you have a new filter, then you know what it looks like? On some of these old fords, the fuel filter screws into the carb. Fuel line hose attaches to the end of filter.

I'll look and see if I can find a picture.
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Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 AT 11:47 AM
Tiny
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Hi doc, didn't see you, have a good day. The picture is generic.
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Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 AT 11:53 AM
Tiny
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Awesome! Got it off and replaced. Thanks guys, much appreciated.
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Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 AT 12:39 PM
Tiny
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No problem. Have a good day.
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Saturday, June 27th, 2015 AT 10:09 AM

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