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I broke down a 7042274 Q- jet off my 70 TA and found the fuel filter crushed about an 1/8" and twisted. Took some measurements and found the fitting that threads into the carb is ½” deep to top of thread. The carb where the filter lives is just under ½” deep, not including spring pocket, to the bottom of the threads. Spring crushes down to 3/16” but believe the spring pocket will except that. New filter is 1” long and without the spring installed, presents resistance for the last two turns seating the front filter fitting home on the carb. Any thoughts as to what piece is incorrect or what was done wrong during previous assembly. With the filter crushed and twisted I believe this is slowing fuel flow and presenting running issues at WOT. Thanks