[Rick Parker]

Thinking out loud

Acknowleging that there can be some issues with these leaking fuel I was toying with an idea....There are many better types of filters but wanting to stay original as many of you do (?) It doesn't seem like it would be too difficult to eliminate the actual filter element entirely. Assuming the "IN" & "OUT" fittings on the OEM filter housing are opposite of each other (thinking out loud). How difficult would it be connect the fittings on each side of the cannister with a short piece of steel tubing sweat soldered and then attaching the steel lines as OEM thus creating a solid steel fuel line from the pump to the carb....filter the fuel before the pump and thus eliminate the potential for leaks at the OEM housing caused by leaking or cracked threads AND retain the OEM appearance. Would this work for you guys?