FUEL FILTERS

[KFA]

Looks like the fuel filter tread has dissapeared. I used the Z29/68 GUD merc replacement filters on my aircraft for some time now. Thought the range was discontinued and send a mail to GUD SA and this was their reply:

Dear Mr Coetzee,
Many Thanks for your enquiry.
The Z29/68 is now called a BC68 and available from most Autozone
spares shops.
Please NOTE!!!!GUD is an Automotive supplier we do not recommend any
filters for Aircraft / Microlight applications. Any selection made is
purely at your own risk and we cannot be held liable for subsequent loss
or damage using our filter other then for its intended use as listed in
our catalogue.

With Thanks
Martin Dinger
Product Manager
G.U.D. Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
Phone: (+27) 31- 910-3111
Fax: (+27) 31- 902-4889
Cell: 083- 2543213
E-mail: dingerm@gud.co.za
Web page: www.gud.co.za

[kb]

Sounds like a little indemnity. same as the NGK plugs say not for planes - they haven't tested the product enough - and don't want a law suit on their hands.

[KFA]

Yip These are good filters. I have never had any problems in 300hr's and they only cost R18

[Cloud Warrior]

I received this answer from Bert Flood Imports (the local Aussie Rotax agent) wrt the filter issue:

"Dear Sir

You contacted BRP Rotax in regard to correct fuel filter for

your 582 model 99 and they have asked me to contact you

in regard to this .

Installation manual advises a suitable fuel filter of 0.15 mesh size

Fitted between pump and carburetor . Do not use paper filters

We actually stock such an item , part no 14-804 ¼ inch barbs $20.00+gst

replacement elements part no 14-896 3 in a pack $10.00+gst

With Best Regards

David Grigg – Bert Flood Imports "

[John Young]

Installation manual advises a suitable fuel filter of 0.15 mesh size

Hi Cloud Warrior,

Agreed. My 582 manual states …

0.15mm in-line filter, and
0.30mm filter on pick-up pipe in tank.

Big warning against paper filters etc.

Cheers