Mine is just forward of, and on the right side of the tank. It's just a big filter like a GM would use. The kind you can get at any Walmart/Autozone, etc. A lawnmower filter prob'ly won't have enough flow. Play it safe, get an auto type.
Agreed, the correct filters are available at the autoparts store. cost about $10.00 each. Tell me what truck you have and I'll give you the part number.
Wix#33470 is the one. Check out the pics on the web. But this is the one for the suzi. Price under $5.00 each