Fuel Sending Unit Filter

[mopowers]

I'm in the process of installing a new stock replacement 5/16" fuel sending unit. The filter seems to be a pretty loose fit. How can I ensure that the filter stays put on the end of the pick-up tube and doesn't fall off???

 

[TrailBeast]

I'm in the process of installing a new stock replacement 5/16" fuel sending unit. The filter seems to be a pretty loose fit. How can I ensure that the filter stays put on the end of the pick-up tube and doesn't fall off???

Would crushing the pickup tube a little do what it needs?
The new shape won't affect the flow volume any.

 

[mopowers]

Would crushing the pickup tube a little do what it needs?
The new shape won't affect the flow volume any.

Yeah, I thought about putting a slight barb on the end to give it tighter fit, but wondered what other folks do. I like your idea though.

 

[1969383S]

Maybe heat the sock a tad with solder iron to create better grip on the tube? Or just a knurl (roughness) on the tube with some vice grips or similar at that sweet point?