Hi all, I have read through many of the threads regarding the factory fuel filter but can't find what I am researching. I have had it with the factory filter, the guy I bought the vehicle from had nothing but grief and I have the same story (it leaks from the water sensor) new seal, new filter, teflon tape, $seal O ring, OVER IT. Anyhoo, I have bought a Ryco set up. Question is can I simply by-pass the filter with the return fuel. Join the pipe with a brass line joiner so it returns straight to the tank, OR do I need that fuel to provide sufficient fuel pressure on the in line? I am guessing there must be a reason for the return line to run to the factory filter then to the tank- unless they just do it for appearances.