Just a suggestion by based on the same mantra you use ... No Spec Sheet, don't use it.You sir don't tell me what to do.
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Just a suggestion by based on the same mantra you use ... No Spec Sheet, don't use it.
What about the Baldwin B31?
https://ph.baldwinfilters.com/baldwin/en/product/baldwin-spin-on-lube-filters/b31
I was impressed with the quality of construction of the Baldwin B2 when I cut one open last month. Can’t find the specs.
https://ph.baldwinfilters.com/baldwin/en/product/baldwin-spin-on-lube-filters/b31
I was impressed with the quality of construction of the Baldwin B2 when I cut one open last month. Can’t find the specs.
You would think. But remove and replace with some other design and all is well.
I am hoping it's not baseplate design interaction causing air entrainment. Doesn't sound particularly plausible.
I leaned never to say "it won't or It cannot"; I have simply proven to myself otherwise.
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I'd say that's not possible. Even if there was a small air pocket trapped in the filter someplace, the oil flow rate through the system won't change.
The baseplate dish stamping is really the only part that would differentiate most applications. I had a realized baseplate issue (not related to oiling per se) on a Toyota 1.5 (iirc). The aftermarket part would only thread on two and one half turns before the it was tight. Not enough thread engagement, a real risk of blowing the canister off. I do not recall the brand but it was a common one.
Beautiful carI have an '02 Trans Am WS6. It has a pretty healthy LS1, puting out about 450 RWHP. Redline is 7,100. What filter would you recommend on this engine? It currently has Ravenol 5W-30 in it with a K&N HP-1007 filter. Stick with the K&N? Is something like a Wix Endurance too restrictive? Would the Purolator Boss be a good compromise? Of the filters below, I have listed both the short and long versions. Ground clearance is a concern on this car. I do like that the Microgard has a bypass valve, should it ever need to flow more than what the media might allow. I'm just thinking "out loud" here. What are your thoughts?
K&N HP-1007 Fram FE9837 / FE10575 MicroGard Select MSL51522 / MSL51042 Carquest Premium Blue 85522 / 85042 Purolator Boss PBL25288 / PBL14006
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I would stay with the KN filter, or go with a UPF46R. I have used a bunch of both over the years with success.
Love the paint work on the intake.
Yes, that can happen in some situations, but not related to any kind of "air entrapment" situation.
Another thing that can happen is the baseplate can bottom out on the filter threaded spud before the filter base gasket is fully tight. If someone is upsizing the filter to a different sized filter not recommended by the manufacturer, it's worth checking the baseplate to make sure it's compatible with the mount.
My 02 stock C5 Corvette w/LS1 calls for a no-bypass filter.
I've always run Fram Ultra XG3506.
Next change will be too a Purolator Boss PBL14006
