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hey bro just sent you a friend request. you and i have the same truck and issue! i have an 86 ranger 4x4 2.9 liter and I ALSO CAN'T FIND THE FUEL FILTER! i just checked previous forums and read yours. did you end up finding it?? if so where is it? the cool thing is that i'm also in the LA area. hit me back bro.