[DeTomaso] Fuel filters in Late Model Panteras

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 4/6/11 12:12:03 PM, charlesmccall at gmail.com writes:

> Does anyone know if DeTomaso systematically installed fuel filters in 
> their late model Panteras? Where would it be, if they did?
> 
Shouldn't be too had to trace an added fuel filter, as the gas tank is 
right next to the engine making the lines short. In the 4bbl carb inlet(s) 
behind the fuel-in fittings are Holley's infamous sintered-bronze filters that 
usually plug rapidly. Autolite & other carbs had tiny paper filters that do 
the same thing. I recommend discarding all in-carb filters as they are just 
too small. Once loaded up, you'll get unexplained lean-out, rough running and 
rev-limiting, all at random. If you have dirty gas locally, an external 
filter can be fitted- as long as its not one of the glass bowl types that crack! 
I suggest one that has replaceable filters; Summit and Jegs (the Wal-Marts 
of auto parts!) carry several kinds. Good luck- J Deryke