Attention: TDR Forum Junkies 
Well, after wanting to improve the fuel system filtering to 2 micron and add better water separation I began my search. I knew that I didn't want a FASS or AirDog system because of a few reasons, cost of replacement filters and wanting to retain the stock filter and filter it in decreasing microns were the main reasons.
I started to look at filter kits that would allow me to add the filters now and add a pump later. The cost of most kits seamed a little out of line for what you actually get in them, a few fittings, hose and a bracket? I also looked and piecing it together myself but didn't want the hassle of making sure that I was getting the right parts. Getting the wrong part, to many of something, ect can quickly eat up any savings you may get.
I ended up calling Vulcan Diesel Performance and talking to Eric and he was interested in putting together a kit and asked if I could come to his shop and do a little R and D. I made the 2 and ½ hour drive on Saturday and we went to work on putting something together. First, let me say that working with Eric was great and he is very knowledgeable and knows what he is doing. I will be doing more businesses with him in the future! ( Raptor Pump and a draw straw V kit is next :drool2: )
This is the filter head that he uses, I liked the long threads on the center post, matches up real well with the Cat filter that I elected to use. Made me feel OK that the cat filter didn't come with a center post seal. On the other hand, the Fleetguard came with a seal and it's a good thing as it only has 3 threads to seal against the center post, the cat has very deep threads making lots of contact to seal well.
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The filters I used, Cat 1R-0750 / Fleetguard FS1212 / Stock Fleetguard
With Eric's recommendation I went with the ½ in line. The fittings are the bottle neck and when you use ½ in it increase the flow though them. He machines out the ID to reduce the restriction, This picture does not do justice to the job he does on them.
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This is the fitting that we used on the CP3, with the Jake pump sitting over the top of the CP3 space is tight. It screws into the pump then seals with a lock nut with a gasket on it after you get it pointing in the correct position. Should have better flow than a banjo bolt fitting.
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As you can see, very tight.
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Prototype Bracket. Eric will be getting them laser cut and polished for a more finished look. Eric had it all painted up nice until I got my grubby diesel covered hands on it and rubbed the paint off. I will update with the new production bracket when it becomes available.
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All mounted up. Fits great!
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You can see the tap on the back of the fitting for the fuel gauge.
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Fitting on stock filter. You can see the ½ in line on the back of the filter coming up from the F/W sep
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The bracket for the Water Separation filter. At this point he doesn't think he will producing them but instead including a template in the kit so someone can make it them self.
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Lower filter installed.
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When I get around to the new lift pump I will have ½ lines all the way from the tank to the CP3.
Eric is going to have options when he starts offering this kit like ½ or 3/8 lines, retain or bypass the stock filter, with or with out Jake Brake. Price point has not been set yet. Watch the Vulcan Web site for details to follow.
Scott
I started to look at filter kits that would allow me to add the filters now and add a pump later. The cost of most kits seamed a little out of line for what you actually get in them, a few fittings, hose and a bracket? I also looked and piecing it together myself but didn't want the hassle of making sure that I was getting the right parts. Getting the wrong part, to many of something, ect can quickly eat up any savings you may get.
I ended up calling Vulcan Diesel Performance and talking to Eric and he was interested in putting together a kit and asked if I could come to his shop and do a little R and D. I made the 2 and ½ hour drive on Saturday and we went to work on putting something together. First, let me say that working with Eric was great and he is very knowledgeable and knows what he is doing. I will be doing more businesses with him in the future! ( Raptor Pump and a draw straw V kit is next :drool2: )
This is the filter head that he uses, I liked the long threads on the center post, matches up real well with the Cat filter that I elected to use. Made me feel OK that the cat filter didn't come with a center post seal. On the other hand, the Fleetguard came with a seal and it's a good thing as it only has 3 threads to seal against the center post, the cat has very deep threads making lots of contact to seal well.
#adThe filters I used, Cat 1R-0750 / Fleetguard FS1212 / Stock Fleetguard
With Eric's recommendation I went with the ½ in line. The fittings are the bottle neck and when you use ½ in it increase the flow though them. He machines out the ID to reduce the restriction, This picture does not do justice to the job he does on them.
#adThis is the fitting that we used on the CP3, with the Jake pump sitting over the top of the CP3 space is tight. It screws into the pump then seals with a lock nut with a gasket on it after you get it pointing in the correct position. Should have better flow than a banjo bolt fitting.
#adAs you can see, very tight.
#adPrototype Bracket. Eric will be getting them laser cut and polished for a more finished look. Eric had it all painted up nice until I got my grubby diesel covered hands on it and rubbed the paint off. I will update with the new production bracket when it becomes available.
#adAll mounted up. Fits great!
#adYou can see the tap on the back of the fitting for the fuel gauge.
#adFitting on stock filter. You can see the ½ in line on the back of the filter coming up from the F/W sep
#adThe bracket for the Water Separation filter. At this point he doesn't think he will producing them but instead including a template in the kit so someone can make it them self.
#adLower filter installed.
#adWhen I get around to the new lift pump I will have ½ lines all the way from the tank to the CP3.
Eric is going to have options when he starts offering this kit like ½ or 3/8 lines, retain or bypass the stock filter, with or with out Jake Brake. Price point has not been set yet. Watch the Vulcan Web site for details to follow.
Scott
