Fuel filter tank seals were wrong!

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02-03-2014, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by WayMotorWorks

There is nothing wrong with the kits. ALL the MINI fuel filter kits have these seals that say diesel on them, but they fit and work fine. We've even tried to order different fuel filter kits and no matter what they all come with the seals saying diesel on them. So don't worry use em and they will work.
We keep Fuel filter kits in stock
http://waymotorworks.com/fuel-filter...0-r53-r52.html

Also good trick is to install it on the tank, then put the unit back in.

Thanks for the info. Got it all installed, and put back together. Hopefully I have enough fuel in my tank to prime it....about 1/8 full if I remember right. Sounds like some people have problems with the pump not priming if the tank is under 1/4 full. I guess I will find out...just need my 17% pulley and engine mount bushings to come in from you (Way Motor Works)

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02-04-2014, 08:28 AM

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IQ - thanks for the purchase of the fuel filter kit. They work for the Gen 1 R50 R52 R53 US MINIs. Fits good and seats. Looks like on some of the MINI One 1.6 and MINI One 1.4i.

They most likely shared the gasket parts of the kit with other diesel models or makes.

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05-24-2015, 11:20 AM

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FYI. Bought a kit last week and they still say "diesel only". Will try it since no one has posted a complaint.

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05-26-2015, 07:18 AM

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You will be fine. Just get the Genuine MINI kit

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06-07-2015, 05:18 PM

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Is there a definitive answer to the question of whether the Diesel Only seal is useable?

I replaced mine a couple of years ago twice as there was a problem the first time through. When I looked at the stored seals I didn't use, they say Diesel Only. Do I need new seals as I'm guessing that the ones in the car say the same thing.

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