i have been thinking about putting an in line filter on the return side of my ps system. i have checked around and an in line atf filter is about 20 bucks. im wondering if a metal canister in line fuel filter will work?? any one know what a fuel filter is made out of? or if it will hold up to atf??
in line filter for power steering
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do you really need a filter on the power steering? Some people never ever change the ps fluid and never have a problem
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Why wouldn't you?
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Why wouldn't you?
I would not use a fuel filter for "atf" or a hydraulic type system. I'm sure some info on this is available (not by me I dunno) but a metal canister fuel filter does not seem to be where to start looking..
In hydraulic type systems I have seen most use spin on type oil filters with higher filter type media... However with the ps unit I would assume a inline filter such as those used on transmission lines would work great.. a few bucks saved here using the wrong filter for application could be very costly as if you were replacing Honda ps parts.. I know you don't have a honda, but you would still be replacing parts, and it would not be fun, cheap or warm this time of the year.
on edit see I told ya I didn't know what I was talking about as audijunk has already done just what you are talking about it appears.
In hydraulic type systems I have seen most use spin on type oil filters with higher filter type media... However with the ps unit I would assume a inline filter such as those used on transmission lines would work great.. a few bucks saved here using the wrong filter for application could be very costly as if you were replacing Honda ps parts.. I know you don't have a honda, but you would still be replacing parts, and it would not be fun, cheap or warm this time of the year.
on edit see I told ya I didn't know what I was talking about as audijunk has already done just what you are talking about it appears.
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Take a look here... I have seen this installed on alot of Powerstroke Diesel transmissions and powersteering units...
http://www.emergingent.com/magnefine/order_page.htm
http://www.emergingent.com/magnefine/order_page.htm
This is a PS filter on a senior GM model behind the right lower bumper cover.
Notice it has a crimp clamp as a drive boot would. It was a very positive clamp. I should change out that one thinking about how black that fluid was when I flushed it. 100,600mi.
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Originally Posted By: Audi Junkie
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that is awesome!! i was thinking of the metal casing because i thought the atf might harm the plastic but if it doesnt hurt i would prefer a clear one so i know when to change it.
is this your car or do you know if it held up well?
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that is awesome!! i was thinking of the metal casing because i thought the atf might harm the plastic but if it doesnt hurt i would prefer a clear one so i know when to change it.
is this your car or do you know if it held up well?
In a past thread that someone put a very simular filter on a 3/8 coolant line, the filter bulged out from the heat & pressure.
I would be afraid of the heat & added return line pressure.
I read some where they had steel filters with a screen.
I would be afraid of the heat & added return line pressure.
I read some where they had steel filters with a screen.
I think using a fuel filter is introducing a potential for PS failure should it develop a leak or a hose come off.
I like the idea of a replaceable filter. The Mopar minivans for example use a screen at the bottom of the reservoir, and the screen will often clog with junk and require cleaning, or entire reservoir replacement. I've been thinking about adding a filter to all of my PS systems. My '97 Cadillac had one (probably same as willix's above).
I wouldn't go with a fuel filter. I would go with magnefine.
yep the magnafine is awesome
but the price is right on a fuel filter
im torn
but the price is right on a fuel filter
im torn
A number of people have said to not go with a fuel filter. I'm wondering the reason. Is the media not strong enough to handle the power steering system pressure and/or fluid? Is the plastic construction not strong enough to handle the pressure and/or temperature? And whatever the reason is, how do we know what we're claiming? Has anyone tested it, or are these just hunches?
JMHO: A fuel filter is made to be a fuel filter. I thought there was a member a while back who tried this with the somewhat same clear plastic filter and after a long haul, the filter swelled up and started leaking. Just keep a close eye on it, esp if you do intestate driving alot...
The Magnefine Filter was designed for this application as well as the transmission.
The Magnefine Filter was designed for this application as well as the transmission.
The Magnefine had a bypass valve and a magnet in it. You could use a motor oil filter mount and use a PH1 size filter if you have the room. It probably will pay for itself pretty quick.
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