I may have to get a 68RFE in my new truck.

[AH64ID]

JR, what was changed?

The 19’s went to a canister chassis mounted filter, and IIRC the WIF sensor doesn’t have to come off with the filter.

 

[JR]

Yes, I believe the WIF sensor is now in the head of the canister compared to the bottom of the filter on previous models. Still probably a good idea to periodically unplug the sensor and apply a dab of dielectric grease - especially if one lives in wet, humid, or snowy climates, but I like the idea of not having to move the sensor to the new filter every every service.

Also I may have been incorrect on removing the primary. If it is a cartridge style filter now (I think it is) I don't know if the housing is threaded or if a long bolt runs up through the housing.

 

[RVTRKN]

I'll look for it, to see where its located. I'll try to get pictures and post them. I'll also look into the secondary filter, to see if its where the previous MY is. I will be servicing my own fuel filters and give the oil change to the dealer.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Socket needed can be 28mm or 1 1/8", both work equally well ! I use a wobbly on top of the socket with about a 12" extension to a long handle ratchet.

 

[Cummins12V98]

"I will be servicing my own fuel filters and give the oil change to the dealer."

Curious why not the oil change?

 

[AH64ID]

I just got this tool from Geno's.

Not sure the WIF portion will work on a 19 thou.

https://www.genosgarage.com/product...rench-water-in-fuel-sensor-wrench-ggdb1/tools

 

[Cummins2014]

Socket needed can be 28mm or 1 1/8", both work equally well ! I use a wobbly on top of the socket with about a 12" extension to a long handle ratchet.

A couple things should be pointed out on this socket but most FAIL to mention . If you are buying the socket ,get the 28MM "IT IS" the better fit, .023 smaller .023 is .023 tighter fit on that plastic nut . Second it needs to be the 6 point socket . Yes 1*1/8 six point will work if you have the 6 point, but you need every chance for success you can get on that under the hood fuel filter, they can ,and have been problematic.

Most importantly is getting a straight shot on it when taking it off ,and tightening it up .

 

[Newsa]

I just got this tool from Geno's.

Not sure the WIF portion will work on a 19 thou.

https://www.genosgarage.com/product...rench-water-in-fuel-sensor-wrench-ggdb1/tools

I would be concerned about the small surface area contact between metal and plastic

 

[RVTRKN]

"I will be servicing my own fuel filters and give the oil change to the dealer."

Curious why not the oil change?

Because the time vrs cost is easier through dealer. Oil change’s are cheap compared to fuel filter replacement, at the dealer.
Here’s some pics

 

[AH64ID]

I would be concerned about the small surface area contact with metal and plastic combined with the slightly over-sized 1 1/8 inch size on the fuel filter side...... If indeed it is the 1 1/8" SAE?

I'm not concerned, especially since 1 1/8" doesn't appear anywhere on the items webpage.. where did you read that?

This tool is the one that will be in the truck for plugged filter replacement, as it's small.

 

[RVTRKN]

I would be concerned about the small surface area contact between metal and plastic

I'm not concerned, especially since 1 1/8" doesn't appear anywhere on the items webpage.. where did you read that?

This tool is the one that will be in the truck for plugged filter replacement, as it's small.

Don't forget to mention it needs to be a six point socket.

 

[RVTRKN]

I just noticed in the last picture, it has a female plug without a male plug. What is that for, anybody know?

 

[gsbrockman]

I just noticed in the last picture, it has a female plug without a male plug. What is that for, anybody know?

On the 2013 and newer trucks, there were two plugs....one for the WIF sensor and the other was for the heating element in the separator base.

The above picture puzzles me.....

 

[AH64ID]

On the 2013 and newer trucks, there were two plugs....one for the WIF sensor and the other was for the heating element in the separator base.

The above picture puzzles me.....

Looks like the '19's have all the wires in one plug, two of them are a heavier gauge for the heater.

 

[JR]

Looks like the '19's have all the wires in one plug, two of them are a heavier gauge for the heater.

That sounds logical but then why the other plug? It is strange for sure.

RV, any chance you can see if there are pins in that plug?

Also, now that I'm looking at that picture I wonder how accurate the WIF sensor is being at the top of the head vs the very bottom. It's definitely easier for maintenance purposes but I don't think I've ever seen one in that position before.

That housing looks identical in construction to the secondary only upside down. Probably takes the same socket as the secondary too.

 

[Newsa]

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Because the time vrs cost is easier through dealer. Oil change’s are cheap compared to fuel filter replacement, at the dealer.
Here’s some pics

I'm guessing that rear filter is no longer manufactured by Racor?

 

[Cummins12V98]

Looks like RAM said "F" Racor for the 2019's !!! That's a shame as they are the GoldStandard in fuel filtration.

Yes I forgot to mention the socket for the engine mount needs to be a 6 point. The 1 1/8 works just as well as the 28mm if using the 6 point.

The new rear filter housing for the 2019's look easy to remove with a 6 point socket.

 

[Cummins12V98]

FUEL FILTER (CHASSIS MOUNTED) - MOPAR ('19 - '20, 2500/3500/4500/5500 & '20, 1500)

$48.95

Really sad! I'm betting the RACOR is a better filter and it's $4 less.

 

[TFucili]

Part of the weight savings program

 

[JR]

FUEL FILTER (CHASSIS MOUNTED) - MOPAR ('19 - '20, 2500/3500/4500/5500 & '20, 1500)

$48.95

Really sad! I'm betting the RACOR is a better filter and it's $4 less.

Where have you seen the make of the OEM primary?