wix 51356 vs wix 57356

[Sierra048]

I was just wondering, on the WIX site all the measureables are identical for these two filters. Why the different numbers? On the WIX site if you look at the vehicles these are intended for, they are different as well. I don't get it. Can someone help out here? If I bought the 51356, even though mine is spec'ed, on the WIX site, for a 57356, would I still be fine? I can't find any difference. Might have to contact WIX and ask but I thought someone on here might know.

 

[redhat]

Look at your oil filter housing. Not sure with other manufacturers, but in certain Honda applications there is a nut at the end of the oil filter housing. The 51356 in these certain applications would not screw on enough to allow the filter gasket to compress this resulting in a massive oil leak. The 51356 has a baseplate that is curved outward. The 57356 has a recessed backplate to compensate for the aforementioned.

 

[oldhp]

+1 on this.

 

[Sayjac]

Been discussed here before but basically Wix changed the baseplate geometry I suppose to better work on some applications especially Honda.

That said, the 51356 was Wix spec'd for years on Hondas and I've never read one complaint on bitog about it not screwing and holding tight enough to the engine block. I also have a 7356.

I have a Napa Gold 1356 (same filter) that I plan to use on a Honda Civic when I get around to using it. The one negative you need to be aware of though, if in the unlikely event something was to happen caused by the 51356, if not spec'd for your vehicle, you would not be covered by the Wix warranty.

If you do a google search of this site, you will more information on the change over.

 

[Sierra048]

Thanks to all. Just seemed odd and I couldn't quite understand this. If I go with a WIX I will definitely use the 57356.

 

[qrtsteve]

Here is the reply I received from Wix


57356 has a more recessed baseplate to allow more thread engagement and a better gasket seal.

Thank you for your interest in WIX Filters.

check out our website @ www.wixfilters.com Product Information (800) 949-6698 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm, (Eastern)

 

[cookieman214]

Here is my post from 2-22-13

https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/2915565/Re:_wix_51356,_57356_oil_filte#Post2915565


I have been using Wix/NAPA 1357 on my two cars, a 2007 Nissan Altima 3.5 and a 2000 Honda Accord I-4, since 2007 without a problem, as sayjac mentioned.

In December, the wife purchased a 2013 Accord, 3.5 V-6, and I sold the 2000 Accord.

All was well in my life until I read that Wix had changed the recommendation to the newer/updated filter.

I emailed Wix, and less than 24 hours later, I received this reply:

Question: Why was 51356 replaced by 57356? Can I still use 51356 on my 2013 Honda Accord 3.6 V6?

Would I be able to return the 51356 to my place of purchase to obtain the newer 57356?

Answer:
"57356 has a more recessed baseplate and will allow more thread engagement and a better gasket seal , If you use the 51356 on your application it will be your choice but WIX will no longer warranty that option. As a matter of fact the interchange from 51356 to 57356 was done at the end of 2011 so we never offered the 51356 for the 2013 Honda Accord models but only 57356.
The 51356 will remain because it is recommended for other applications. As I stated above, if you use the 51356 on your 2013 Honda Accord it will be your choice but WIX does not recommend".

I returned my stash of 6 1356 filters, and with no hassle, received the 57356.

Easy choice for me to make, as warranty is a factor.