fuel filter

[TownsendsFJR1300]

The cup will come off fairly easily, going back on is the issue. Its IS a bitch and often won't go back W/O freezing or slight filing the outer edge. The cup on my engine is about $10.00.

I replaced mine twice as it was cheap enough and should I need to access it while on the water, I can

Been there, done that several times... The cup itself expands maybe .005" over time.

[99yam40]

OP said he was having a problem getting it off in his 1st post.
he has not got to the point of not getting it back on yet that we know of

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Yep, it won't drop out if never pulled and yes, you do need to pull on it a bit but it will come off MUCH EASIER than going back on...