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General Forums => Air Speed Lounge => Topic started by: Glenn on February 28, 2004, 11:24:39 AM

Title: Oil Filter
Post by: Glenn on February 28, 2004, 11:24:39 AM

Just to let everyone know there is a great alternative to those crappy spin on oil filters. Even the Fram HP-1 is not what it used to be. The insides are the same cheap stuff as in the PH8A, just a thicker can.

I recently switched to a Canton-Mecca filter. They make filters for race cars and are used on many NASCAR teams. They offer a direct replacement for the HP-1 application. It's a spin on billet canaster with a replacable element. The element filters down to 8 microns and has an extended service life (20,000 miles). It's perfect for use with the extended life of synthetic or can be used for a number of organic oil changes without needing to be replaced.

My car is only driven 3000 miles per year, so i plan on opening the canister and seeing what's inside with every oil change. I'll replace the element every few years. The price is not cheap, about $80, but it's well worth it. Ever start you engine on a cold day and burst a filter? Not with this one.

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http://www.cmfilters.com/spin-on.cfm (http://www.cmfilters.com/spin-on.cfm)

Title: Oil Filter
Post by: James Buchan on February 28, 2004, 01:17:28 PM

How tall is that filter?

Title: Oil Filter
Post by: kelkar on February 28, 2004, 01:52:13 PM

According to their website...2 models; one is 4 1/4\" tall and the other is
6 1/4\" tall

Title: Oil Filter
Post by: Glenn on February 28, 2004, 01:58:05 PM

It's the 6-1/4\" and fits no problem.