{"product_id":"sierra-18-7986-1-fuel-water-separator-kit-3-8-in-aluminum-10-micron-90-gph-universal-marine-fuel-filter","title":"Sierra 18-7986-1 Fuel Water Separator Filter Kit, Aluminum Tall Filter, 10 Micron, 3\/8 Inch Pipe Plugs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-7986-1 is a fuel water separator filter kit built around an aluminum tall filter housing rated at 10 microns. It is designed to protect gasoline-powered marine engines, including inboard, sterndrive, and outboard fuel injection systems, from water and particulate contamination in the fuel supply. The kit removes over 99.8% of emulsified water from gasoline and is over 90% efficient at capturing particles as small as 10 microns, keeping fuel clean before it reaches the engine. It is rated to flow at 90 GPH, enough capacity to feed high-demand engines without restricting fuel delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 18-7986-1 kit includes a replacement filter element (18-7945), a mounting bracket (18-7775), and two 3\/8 inch pipe plugs (18-4264) for installation. The aluminum housing offers a durable, corrosion-resistant alternative to the stainless steel version of this same tall filter design. This kit does not include a drain bowl; it is intended for standard filter-and-bracket mounting rather than a drainable bowl assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-7986-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 Inch Aluminum (Tall Filter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Micron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Plug Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 Inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Element Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-7945\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-7775\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe Plugs Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 x 18-4264 (3\/8 Inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 GPH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Removal Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 99.8% of emulsified water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParticle Filtration Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 90% at 10 microns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.32 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282203269\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the Sierra 18-7986-1 fuel water separator kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 kit includes a 10 micron filter element (18-7945), a mounting bracket (18-7775), and two 3\/8 inch pipe plugs (18-4264).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat micron rating does this filter use?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 uses a 10 micron filter element that is over 90% efficient at removing particles as small as 10 microns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water can the 18-7986-1 remove from fuel?\u003c\/strong\u003e It removes over 99.8% of emulsified water from gasoline before it reaches the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the flow rate of this fuel filter kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-7986-1 flows at 90 GPH, enough to supply fuel to high-demand marine engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 18-7986-1 housing aluminum or stainless steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 uses an aluminum tall filter housing. A stainless steel version of the same tall filter design is sold under a different Sierra part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size pipe plugs come with this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit includes two 3\/8 inch pipe plugs, part number 18-4264.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat engine types is this fuel water separator designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 is designed to protect gasoline inboard, sterndrive, and outboard fuel injection systems from water and particulate contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-7986-1 kit include a drain bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the 18-7986-1 kit includes only the filter, bracket, and pipe plugs; it does not include a drain bowl assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sierra 18-7986-1 filter kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 fuel water separator kit weighs 2.32 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the replacement filter element for the 18-7986-1?\u003c\/strong\u003e The replacement filter element used in the 18-7986-1 kit is Sierra part number 18-7945.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-7986-1 a genuine Sierra part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 18-7986-1 is the genuine Sierra part number for this aluminum tall filter fuel water separator kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the 18-7986-1 different from the stainless steel tall filter kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-7986-1 uses an aluminum housing, while Sierra also offers 1\/4 inch and 3\/8 inch stainless steel tall filter kits as separate part numbers with the same 10 micron filter element but different brackets and pipe plug sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988427321563,"sku":"SIE-18-7986-1","price":45.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/Sierra-18-7986-1-Fuel-Water-Separator-Kit__98611.1737863378.500.750.jpg?v=1785189045","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-7986-1-fuel-water-separator-kit-3-8-in-aluminum-10-micron-90-gph-universal-marine-fuel-filter","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}