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Rob454
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3/08/2003
02:47:29

Subject: 4.7 oil filter
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I want to use a bigger oil filter on my dakota. The stock one is prety stubby. i jsut want one with bigger volume but still to fit on there correctly. Anyone know of a different oil filter that fits on the threads and seals correctly but has more volume inside. All i seem to find is the remote oil filters systems for dual filters that cost a arm and a leg
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Rob



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3/08/2003
08:15:03

RE: 4.7 oil filter
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I've done this trick for years on other Mopars, even the old 2.2 4-cyl. You can find a cross-reference for your favorite, but basically what you are looking for is a 1970's style 318 filter. It has the same threads, mounting gasket ring, but is about 50% bigger. Match up a Autolite 20, Fram 43, or Pennzoil 34 to find your favorite.



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3/08/2003
09:58:21

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The filter that the other guy mentioned does not have the anti drain back valve. I you want a bigger filter you may want to see if the Fram PH8A or equivalent will fit on your Dakota



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3/08/2003
10:41:44

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If you want a good filter at a good price get the MotorCraft FL1A. Their are better filter but you can not find a better deal off the shelf. It is the same Puralator Pure one filter element that Puralator charges $6-$10 for in a slightly cheaper metal can. So you are getting a premium filter for $2.57 cents!! You can get them at Walmart! If you want even better get the Baldwin B2HPG for $6 it will smoke the $10 filters!!! For anything better you will need to go the bypass filter route!



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3/08/2003
10:42:58

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If you want a good filter at a good price get the MotorCraft FL1A. Their are better filter but you can not find a better deal off the shelf. It is the same Puralator Pure one filter element that Puralator charges $6-$10 for in a slightly cheaper metal can. So you are getting a premium filter for $2.57 cents!! You can get them at Walmart! If you want even better get the Baldwin B2HPG for $6 it will smoke the $10 filters!!! For anything better you will need to go the bypass filter route!



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3/08/2003
17:37:32

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Im running a QS8A Its 33% larger than stock. use a full 6 litres to fill in though.



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3/08/2003
19:25:35

RE: 4.7 oil filter
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The stock one is plenty big enough for that engine if
you are using synthetic oil (I use the AMSOIL).

Dr. D



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3/08/2003
22:28:45

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id rather change my oil twice as often than use synthetics



Rob454
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3/09/2003
10:09:04

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Thanx guys

Rob



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3/09/2003
10:37:59

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Any reason for that teamfast?

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Dr. D
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3/09/2003
12:31:50

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Most of the people I know at the track "are" using synthetic oils and soon we will all be doing so because that is the way the auto industry and the EPA is going.

Dr. D




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3/10/2003
15:12:01

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I change the oil so often, a good conventional oil is just fine for me. Just personal preference.
I couldnt justify an oil change beyond 30 bucks. I hate black oil!



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3/10/2003
15:21:59

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And I thought the FRam wasn't a good filter, via studies reports.



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3/10/2003
16:25:37

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10-4 on the Fram, texastodd. I haven't used them myself in about 10 years. I just mentioned #43 for a sizing reference.



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