Lower Fuel Filter Upgrade Kit for 2011-2016 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke | SPELAB

Description

For 2011-2016 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke owners, the factory plastic lower fuel filter housing is a known weak link. Over time, heat cycles and road vibrations cause the OEM plastic to become brittle, leading to cracks, leaks, and potential failure. Furthermore, the messy cartridge-style change often leaves your driveway (and your arms) covered in diesel.

Our Lower Fuel Filter Upgrade Kit replaces that fragile stock unit with a robust T6061 Billet Aluminum Housing. Engineered for the long haul, this kit not only strengthens your fuel system against road debris and impact but also vastly improves maintenance.

Featuring a superior 10-micron spin-on filter, this upgrade ensures your high-pressure fuel pump and injectors are protected from microscopic contaminants and water. Whether you are daily driving on the highway or towing heavy loads in rugged terrain, this kit provides the durability and filtration efficiency your truck demands.

Fitment

• 2011–2016 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty Billet Aluminum Construction
  Replaces the prone-to-failure OEM plastic housing with high-grade T6061 Aluminum. This rugged construction offers superior resistance to heat, pressure, and impact from road debris, ensuring your fuel system remains sealed and secure even in off-road conditions.

• Mess-Free Spin-On Design
  Say goodbye to the hassle of dealing with plastic caps, O-rings, and fuel baths. Our conversion kit utilizes a spin-on filter design (similar to an oil filter), making filter changes faster, cleaner, and much simpler.

• Enhanced Filtration & Water Separation
  Equipped with a high-efficiency 10-micron filter, this kit captures finer particles than standard filters. It also retains excellent water separation capabilities, crucial for preventing rust and damage to your expensive high-pressure fuel system components.

• Durable Metal Drain Valve
  The factory yellow plastic drain valves are notorious for stripping or snapping off. Our kit integrates a robust metal drain valve, making monthly water draining safe, reliable, and frustration-free.

• Direct Bolt-On Replacement
  Designed to fit the factory location on the frame rail. While it upgrades the system, it respects the original layout, ensuring a professional installation without the need for radical modifications to your truck’s chassis.

Specifications

FAQs

Q: Why should I replace the OEM plastic housing?
A: The OEM housing is made of plastic which becomes brittle over time due to heat and exposure. It is prone to cracking, leaking, and can be easily damaged by road debris. Our aluminum housing eliminates these risks entirely.

Q: Does this kit separate water from the fuel?
A: Yes, the included filter is designed to separate water from the fuel, just like the factory system. You can drain the accumulated water using the integrated metal drain valve.

Q: How often do I need to change the spin-on filter?
A: We recommend following the Ford factory service interval for fuel filters (typically every 15,000 to 22,500 miles, or every 3rd oil change), or more frequently if you use lower quality fuel or drive in severe conditions.

Q: Is the installation difficult?
A: It is a bolt-on procedure, but it requires mechanical knowledge. You will need to remove the fuel lines from the old housing and attach them to the new adapter block. Note: Pay close attention to the Inlet/Outlet orientation during installation.

Q: Will this cause a Check Engine Light (CEL)?
A: No. If installed correctly and the sensors (if applicable to your specific year setup) are handled properly, it will not trigger a code. It functions mechanically better than stock.

Q: Is the spin-on filter easy to find for replacements?
A: Yes, the kit uses a standard thread pattern for the filter. Replacement filters are readily available through us or standard auto parts retailers.

Q: My truck is lowered/lifted, will this still fit?
A: Yes, as long as the factory fuel filter location on the frame rail has not been obstructed by aftermarket suspension components (like radius arms or 4-link conversions). It occupies roughly the same space as the stock unit.

Q: Does the metal drain valve leak like the plastic one?
A: No. The metal valve is much more durable and seals tighter than the factory plastic valve, which often leaks after a few uses.

Q: Does this kit come with the Water-in-Fuel (WIF) sensor?
A: The kit is designed to accommodate the WIF sensor function, but you will typically transfer your existing sensor or plug into the provision depending on the specific model year configuration.

Q: Can this handle bio-diesel?
A: Yes, the aluminum construction and high-quality seals are compatible with standard diesel and bio-diesel blends commonly found at pumps.