Keep clean, contaminant-free fuel moving toward your engine with the WIX Fuel Filter 33081, a complete in-line filter that traps dirt and debris carried in the fuel before it can reach the fuel system. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement across a wide range of 1980s Ford, Mercury and Lincoln applications, including the 1981-1987 Ford Bronco, the 1982-1986 Ford F-150 [L6-4.9L], the 1981-1985 Ford Escort [L4-1.6L] and the 1986 Ford Aerostar [V6-2.8L] — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
WIX fuel filters are made to provide engine protection through normal and severe driving conditions — dirt roads, construction sites, stop-and-go traffic, short trips and interstate travel — and are recommended for OEM fuel filter change intervals. Application-specific, high-efficiency media matched to the fuel type is designed to deliver dependable filtering across operating conditions.
- Filter media: 74-micron plastic mesh media
- Connections: 1/2-20 inlet and 1/8-27 NPT outlet
- Design: light-duty, complete in-line filter
- Country of origin: Bulgaria
The listed applications use one filter each; sold individually. Manufacturer part number 33081.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the WIX 33081 fuel filter do?
It's a complete in-line fuel filter that strains dirt and debris out of the fuel before it reaches the fuel system, helping protect the engine under normal and severe driving conditions.
Which vehicles does this filter fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for many 1980s Ford, Mercury and Lincoln applications, such as the 1981-1987 Ford Bronco and 1981-1986 Ford F-150. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of years, models and engines.
What is the filtration rating and media?
The 33081 uses 74-micron plastic mesh filter media.
What are the inlet and outlet sizes?
It has a 1/2-20 inlet and a 1/8-27 NPT outlet.
How many filters do I need?
The listed applications call for one filter each, and it's sold individually, so order one per vehicle unless your service information states otherwise.
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