Stock fuel filter micron rating
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The stocker is quite coarse, that's why it last so long, my guess is 100 micron, but I would also be curious to know the exact number. 10-30 micron is definitely an upgrade from stock, I run and Aeromotive 10 micron and change it every 5k
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You need a fine filter after the pump, if you look in Bosch literature, they recommend somewhere around 10 - and they used to (still do?) supply one for this car. They also have a spec for before the pump, which is closer to the figure quoted.
Other aftermarket stock replacement ones for the FD are very fine too....and I don't think Mazda would be in the habit of supplying something crap in an important area like this.
Other aftermarket stock replacement ones for the FD are very fine too....and I don't think Mazda would be in the habit of supplying something crap in an important area like this.
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Yea but do you think the 30 micron is comparable or better then the stock filter? I know aftermarket everybody runs 10 micron but I messed up. If 30 is still better then stock I have no problem running it. I feel the mazda filter cannot be to fine because of the longevity of the filter. Any thoughts?
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Most aftermarket fuel filters start at 30-40 micron and go up to 200 micron. Some people NEVER change their fuel filter, so fuel filters for passenger cars have to be relatively coarse mesh, or they would load up in short order (< 10,000 miles)
http://www.wiremesh-cn.com/wire-mesh...lter-paper.htm
If you really want to know, cut open a stocker and send the filter media off to be analyzed
I know aftermarket everybody runs 10 micron
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Originally Posted by linnadawg
Yea but do you think the 30 micron is comparable or better then the stock filter? I know aftermarket everybody runs 10 micron but I messed up. If 30 is still better then stock I have no problem running it. I feel the mazda filter cannot be to fine because of the longevity of the filter. Any thoughts?
Here's some Bosch standards.....
http://apps.bosch.com.au/motorsport/...uelfilters.pdf
....no need to think the "motorsport filter" is somehow better either, they are passenger car filters in another range.
Nominal 35 micron will let particles of 80 to 100 through, well into the visual range and when you see the amount of garbage going through the system....
https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-specific-1993-2002-16/changed-fuel-filter-today-check-out-827434/
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Suppose it's OK to have an amount of skepticism, but riddle me this, why would Mazda, uniquely on the planet as far as I can tell, be the odd man out on efi componentry?
Anyhow the best "proof" I can come up with is whats written on the box. The company doesn't have a web presence as far as I can tell, but can give you a local phone number if you want to take them to task.
Anyhow, for your info - Cooper filters # WZ401. Another local, Ryco, did a stock replacement too, Z401, they happen to have a web site with contact details, so perhaps there's more info there if you want to pursue it....
http://www.rycofilters.com.au/
If you can lay hands on a Bosch efi catalogue or their automotive handbook, there's a deal of information on why fine filters are placed before injectors.
Anyhow the best "proof" I can come up with is whats written on the box. The company doesn't have a web presence as far as I can tell, but can give you a local phone number if you want to take them to task.
Anyhow, for your info - Cooper filters # WZ401. Another local, Ryco, did a stock replacement too, Z401, they happen to have a web site with contact details, so perhaps there's more info there if you want to pursue it....
http://www.rycofilters.com.au/
If you can lay hands on a Bosch efi catalogue or their automotive handbook, there's a deal of information on why fine filters are placed before injectors.
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Hello,
The 30 micron rating should be fine. If you are using regular/race gas, we suggest using the paper element if possible.
Thank you for your interest in RC Engineering. Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any further questions you may have.
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Hello,
The 30 micron rating should be fine. If you are using regular/race gas, we suggest using the paper element if possible.
Thank you for your interest in RC Engineering. Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any further questions you may have.
RC Engineering, Inc.
20807 Higgins Ct.
Torrance, Ca 90501
T (310) 320-2277
F (310) 782-1346
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