Fuel Filter question

[Dobby84]

Hi,

I have just pulled the fuel filter out of the clamp thing to check the part number before I buy a replacement.

When I put the number (Mahle KL 99) into Google I was surprised to find that this filter is for Ford models rather than an 80 Tdi.

I knew it was different to the standard as the inlet and outlet connections (one of each) were different to a standard filter I bought a few days ago.

Anyone know why the ford filter would be used and if it would cause any issues with running etc?

If its okay to use I'll just buy another one.

Cheers

[Dobby84]

Bump

About to go but a replacement filter from my local parts desk. Does anyone have an opinion on the filter I have installed?

This picture shows the filter currently installed and I dont think it looks like the piping is as it should be.


This is a close up of the filter and comparing it to one I bought against the cars number plate is different.


Is there any reason not to replace like for like?

Any advise would be great.

Cheers guys.

[5cylinderman]

The filter that you have looks like the Mk 2 Golf diesel filter. You can either leave it or if you're not bothered about originality I would suggest fitting the filter head off a TDci Ford Transit as they use a much finer filter (5 microns) which would be a modern upgrade to keep your pump and injectors happier.
I spent years converting diesels to run on vegetable oil so Ive been around the block with fuel filtration. You can also get a Ford filter in any motor factors and they're cheaper than the VAG stuff. Just my tuppence worth....

[Dobby84]

Thanks,

I'm not too bothered about originality as you can tell from my matte green paint job so I think I will just get a replacement filter for now. I'll take the photo up to my local parts desk and see what they have.
Cheers