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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #15 on: November 18 2011, 11:17:56 AM »
Quote from: Steve Wood on November 17 2011, 05:21:54 PM
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The Baldwins that PTE supplied for years had a 20 psi bypass in them.  I think the typical GM bypass was about 4 psi.

I am pretty sure that mine came with a WIX filter.  AND maybe the WIX has a hi-psi bypass as well.  I'm not sure but I do know that they did/do list one of the functions of the TurboSaver is always supplying the engine/turbo with filtered oil.  Its been a few years since I've installed it and I do not remember the details of how they accomplished the feat. 

I have been grilling primarily with Propane lately because of the conveinence.  I do have one of those dual zone grills that has a charcoal side and a gas side.  I will have both sides fired up for Thanksgiving.  When using the Charcoal side I prefer the Jack Daniels charcoals with the hicory chips.  I prefer my steaks done on the propane side as I can get the temps up higher and keep them more consistant.  My steaks are cooked in roughly 3 minutes on the propane side. :player:
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #16 on: November 18 2011, 07:03:25 PM »
That's what they call cooking on gas!
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #17 on: November 19 2011, 09:52:12 PM »
AC Delco or Fram here...depends which is on sale.
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« Reply #18 on: November 19 2011, 11:29:11 PM »
two worst filters on the market.   AC seems to depend upon what country it was made in, it seems.  Used to be one of the best.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #19 on: November 20 2011, 09:01:57 AM »
Haven't had an issue with either one of 'em...tho I'm at the track so often the oil and filter get changed damn near on a weekly basis. I dump a can of EOS in every change as well...and no...up here in Canada...it doesn't have ZDDP in it...thank God.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #20 on: November 20 2011, 10:50:08 AM »
If you use a better filter you shouldn't have to change the oil as often scoob. Better filtration means longer lasting oil since it'll have less contaminants in it.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #21 on: November 20 2011, 11:01:56 AM »
Agreed...but I'm one of these guys that does an oil/filter change every time I hit the track...regard less. At last check...none of the jobbers here in town sell Wix or Baldwin filters.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #22 on: November 20 2011, 11:24:03 AM »
We're pretty much stuck with NAPA it seems, not cheap either
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #23 on: November 20 2011, 11:27:44 AM »
Quote from: Scoobum on November 20 2011, 11:01:56 AM
Agreed...but I'm one of these guys that does an oil/filter change every time I hit the track...regard less. At last check...none of the jobbers here in town sell Wix or Baldwin filters.
That is strange I am in the middle of no where and they sell em here.

Well Ayr is only 1/2 hour from me.

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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #24 on: November 20 2011, 11:55:03 AM »
Price us some at the first price-break, AJ.
This might be the only thing we could agree on as a group buy.

Ayr is the factory?
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #25 on: November 20 2011, 01:18:44 PM »
guys will spend 13 zillion bux on an engine but quibble over 10 bux for a filter

Brad, you cut the filter open and examine it for debris?
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #26 on: November 20 2011, 01:49:18 PM »
I most often went to a quick-lube type place after warranty.
There the AC Delco is a premium priced filter which I mistakenly trusted was the best choice.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #27 on: November 20 2011, 03:16:21 PM »
Quote from: Steve Wood on November 20 2011, 01:18:44 PM
guys will spend 13 zillion bux on an engine but quibble over 10 bux for a filter

Brad, you cut the filter open and examine it for debris?

I cut both of 'em open and found no debris...but like I said I change 'em almost on a biweekly basis. Just for giggles I went out to the new Parts Source here in town...and lo and behold...they're a Wix dealer. I got the parts guy to cross reference the PF52 to the Wix. I ordered 3 of 'em...and they'll be in Tuesday morning. Price was $6.78...tax in...each.
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #28 on: November 20 2011, 06:18:35 PM »
I wouldn't be suprised if your oil pressure comes up some with the WIX filters after you change them Brad. I think you'll like the change. LOL
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Re: Oil Filters-a subject that the Irradiated Kid can get his dentures into
« Reply #29 on: November 20 2011, 08:47:02 PM »
What???? :chin:
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