Where did you put filter in? I'm thinking right before the carb? That would mean cutting the pipe and using "rubber" fuel line to connect each end... leaving the screw in connection to the carb?
To be honest, I like the clear plastic filter near the carb so I can see if gas is in there when debugging problems.
My current car is a collector so I have too maintain stock configuration.
For a driver it would be fine.
Be careful using rubber hoses on your gas lines. Rubber breaks down over time and then you can get leaks. If you cut the fuel line you should flare the ends so that the hose fits tightly to gas-line. Those fuel clamps you get with the filter should be used and NOT gear clamps. People over tighten the gear clamps and thus crack and leak in the future. If the hose will not fit tight with the proper clamp then reconsider your options, If it needs a gear clamp then you are probably not doing it right.
