How vital is the in-tank fuel filter screen? I just noticed it snapped and it could very well have been that way for quite some time. The fuel filter is in-line, past the screen, so I assume anything will catch there. But wanted to get some opinions.
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There is a link to the diagram I am looking at. Part 16 and 22 fell off. Aka the fuel filter on the...