When upgrading your vehicle, the health and capacity of your fuel tank and wider system are certain to be on your mind. In addition to considering whether you need an additional fuel tank for your overlanding needs, maintaining the condition of your fuel system should be a priority.
For owners of 4x4s powered by diesel fuel, taking steps to ensure the condition of your fuel system – including the fuel pump and injectors – isn’t just a recommendation, it’s a maintenance must. One way you can do just that is with a diesel water separator.
In this blog post, we take a closer look at the role of a diesel water separator and why it’s a useful upgrade for all.
What are diesel water separators?
When comparing diesel fuel with petrol, one fact remains – diesel fuel carries a much greater risk of contamination. As the name suggests, a diesel water separator keeps this water at bay, preventing this and other solid contaminants from entering the fuel pump and injectors using a simple yet effective filtration system.
Even if you have a factory-fitted filter, it will not be effective enough to separate damaging water from your fuel. This will leave your vehicle at risk of engine damage or failure that can be particularly costly to repair.
How do they work?
Thanks to its hydrophobic qualities, pre-filter and water separator element, a diesel water separator stops water from passing through to keep your fuel pump and injectors free from water and dirt particles.
Why is this upgrade useful?
Unbeknown to most, water can cause considerable damage in diesel vehicles. In fact, condensation is every diesel engine’s worst enemy as Fuel Additives That Work explains:
“Petroleum products, including gas, diesel and oil, only need to change temperature 7C until there is moisture created. This can cause many different fuel system problems, such as poor operation, uneven idle, premature injector wear, and many other small issues. When the fuel in your vehicle cools down at night, and then warms up in the daytime, there can be condensation forming on the top of the tank.”
Without intervention, condensation can go on to cause rust, pitting, bacteria and reduced lubrication to corrode and damage your fuel system from within. It could even stop your engine from starting if water enters the injection system.
By investing in a diesel water separator, you can harness an affordable, reliable and simple solution that not only protects your engine from damage, but actively prolongs the life of your injectors and other components.
Where can I buy a diesel water separator?
You can find all the diesel water separators you need right here at 4×4 Works. Our range of Flashlube Diesel Filter Water Separators, complete with mounting kits, protect from water damage and extend the life of your engine. We even stock replacement elements.
This upgrade is made for overlanding, providing a solution for running poor quality or water-contaminated diesel without hampering the condition or performance of your 4×4.
Even if you’re filling up with better quality fuel, the underground tanks used to store diesel can contain contaminants (such as dirt and condensation) that could end up in your fuel system. Use a Flashlube Diesel Filter Water Separator to ensure your vehicle can go beyond basic filtration and enjoy the perks of contaminant-free fuel every time.
Shop our Diesel Water Separators today and don’t let poor quality or water-contaminated diesel get the better of your 4×4.
