Today I thought it would be wise to do some exploring. Under the hood that is. The factory specs call for replacing the fuel filter 10 times as often as the air filter! Now how’s that for being 180 degrees from what we’re used to??

Since this is a diesel engine and the diesel fuel is the life blood of the vehicle, I probably should know where the fuel filter lives.  Besides, I can’t tell for sure when it was last changed. The seller claimed he just changed the oil. Though, I can’t tell for certain. It’s black as coal and stinks like old engine oil. It doesn’t taste very good either. Why not find it and assure myself I’ll be able to change it?

After doing some research and reading, I dismantled all that stuff on the top of the engine beneath which the fuel filter lives. It is nested down in the valley between the 2 cylinder banks under the air cleaner and an engine shroud/cover.

Found it!

I think I have identified which fuel filter it uses (there are several) and hopefully ordered the proper one. I also ordered an oil filter while I was at it. I think I can pick 2 gallons of motor oil locally. I will change oil and filters once they arrive.

Cheers and stay tuned for the next Most Excellent RV Adventure.

Paul and Heyleigh The Wonder Dog.