How close is too close?

[blupupher]

If it never touches anything, then it's good enough in terms of clearance.

This.

I have seem OEM setups with similar clearances. And I also get the "feels" of running a larger than OEM filter.
Does it help anything, probably not. But it also does not hurt anything in this case either, and as said, a touch more oil capacity and filtration.
I run larger than stock filters most of the time (I use the PH3600 on my Scions, have even thought of seeing if a PH8A would fit).
I also have run smaller than OEM filters due to fitment.
My '02 F150 uses a PH2, but is a pain to get up into place due to the steering components. I currently have a XG10575 on it because it is a smaller diameter, but longer, than the PH2 and is easier to get into place.

 

[OVERKILL]

It's a bit different on the DT, but if you can get it in there, I'd argue it's a better filter.

 

[thunderous1335]

What if they sag? Or they split?

Or a sudden acceleration event?

You sound like a child. If your mounts sag or split, then they needed to be replaced

 

[OVERKILL]

Yeah I don't get the desire to run an oversized filter.. Normal size will never be close to its capacity during a standard OCI.

Not necessarily.

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And some older ones:

So, based on this, I wouldn't be too sure that they weren't in fact pretty close to their capacity at the standard OCI.

 

[The Critic]

You sound like a child. If your mounts sag or split, then they needed to be replaced

Well, the issue isn’t always immediately obvious. Mounts can sag over time, it is gradual. This is a situation where if the mounts sag the oil filter can make contact with areas it shouldn’t - which increases the risk of rupture.

 

[DGXR]

It looks like the filter and the hard lines do not move together, i.e. they are not attached to the same component. While any clearance will allow the oversize filter to fit and function, something this tight in this scenario just isn't a good idea IMO -- too many opportunities for something to go wrong. Remember, an oil filter failure could cost you an engine. I suggest using the standard filter. If you run extended service intervals or otherwise concerned about a standard filter reaching capacity before the interval is up, either change the filter halfway through the interval or step up to a premium high-capacity filter.

 

[MSCH]

as long as it isn't rubbing on anything, it shouldn't make any difference.

 

[SugarMouth]

Provided it does not touch anything when the engine rocks under load.

 

[John105]

What's wrong with the normal size filter?

Agreed. On our GM the 2008-2010 uses a PF48 and 2011+ PF63.

Because the PF63 obstructs the low side AC charge port, I thought I could remove it cold. Hook up. Place filter back hand tighten only. Start engine, deal with the AC. Once done, remove hot. I could not. No type of filter wrench could get in there with the AC adapter in place. Strap, end cap, etc. but got lucky with Channellocks destroying the canister. Why play with clearances. (This is poor design imho on GMs part).