SKU: RUS645090
UPC: 087133450919
MPN: 645090
The Fuel Filter 5/16in Push-On Black from RUSSELL (MPN 645090) is a purpose-built inline fuel filter designed for street-driven vehicles and custom fuel system builds. Whether you're running a carburetor-fed classic, a carbureted street rod, or upgrading an older fuel injection system, this compact aluminum-bodied filter protects your fuel pump and carburetor from particulate contamination. Push-on hose barb connections on both inlet and outlet make installation straightforward without the need for specialized fittings, allowing you to integrate this filter into existing 5/16-inch fuel line runs or new custom fuel system layouts.
At the heart of this filter is a 40-micron sintered bronze element that traps fuel system debris—rust particles, tank sediment, and manufacturing residue—while maintaining adequate flow for street applications. The black anodized aluminum housing resists corrosion and blends cleanly into engine bays, while the sintered bronze media provides superior durability compared to paper elements in high-vibration or temperature-cycling environments common to modified vehicles. The compact 2.8 x 1.55 x 6.4-inch footprint and lightweight 0.15-pound design make it easy to route under the hood without consuming valuable engine compartment real estate, a critical advantage when space is at a premium in tight engine bay configurations.
Mechanics and hot rodders favor this RUSSELL filter for carburetor restorations, fuel system rebuilds, and carbureted engine swaps where OEM filter locations don't apply. The 5/16-inch push-on barb design fits standard fuel line sizing used on pre-1980s domestic vehicles and many small-block applications, making it ideal for authentically restoring vintage fuel systems without compromise. Installation requires only fuel-grade hose clamps on both sides; orient the filter in any position that suits your fuel line routing, and expect service life of 10,000–15,000 miles under normal street conditions before element inspection or replacement becomes necessary.
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