Crap! 2940: Replacing a fuel filter bleed screw. Twisted off

[Randy G]

I was replacing my fuel filter on my 1981 2940 and when I was tightening the bleed screw it twisted off. What steps do I need to do to replace it. I guess the whole filter unit must come off. Should I shut the fuel supply off in the mean time? A step by step cure is needed.

Thanks
 

[Cooney Minnie]

Is it the square filter on that one???

I did that once, too. I was lucky- the piece unthreaded with my index finger.
 

[Tx Jim]

I would shut fuel tank cock off until plug is replaced. Remains of plug should screw out easily. R48071 DRAIN PLUG
 

[Randy G]

Thanks for the reply TX Jim. Can you direct me to the fuel shut off? Nothing shows in the ops manual.
 

[Randy G]

Thanks Jim and Cooney M.

The "Stub" did screw out and the new part will be ordered. Jim, I pinched the hose coming from the fuel tank so it's off. I will check.

This kind of results and help from you guys is what makes the internet great.

THANK YOU!!!!!

Randy G
 

[buickanddeere]

Something interesting seen in the parts book was an electric fuel filter heater. It turns into that extra port and keeps the fuel above the gell point with 12V power.
 

[Tx Jim]

[Tx Jim]