Oil Filter?

[1955cj5]

Does anyone use an oil filter, either full-flow or bypass?

I think I like the Snyder's style that replaces the timing side cover....just because it looks like a neat installation...

http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/oil-filter-kit-2054

[Synchro909]

I run a couple of those filters - work fine.

[Ron W]

Looks like a good chance to spill oil! Ron W

[1955cj5]

Oh but I always have a catch pan under the old pickup!

[updraught]

Does that sort of filter increase the oil pressure? Well, where the oil guage goes anyway.

[Bob-A]

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I run the full-flow valve cover filter on my 29 roadster with the original "A" motor. And on my 31 roadster with a "B" block I run the by-pass filter. Any filter is better then no filter! Yes, there is some oil spillage when changing the filters, but it is minor.

Bob-A

[31Tudor]

Originally Posted by updraught

Does that sort of filter increase the oil pressure? Well, where the oil guage goes anyway.

I would think if anything it would decrease the oil pressure. The oil only has one way to go and that is up into the valve chamber to be distributed. With the filter you are spilling oil out of that area and sending it to the oil filter instead of up into the valve chamber. Giving the oil another outlet, would reduce pressure.

[JohnLaVoy]

When we tested the various options several years ago we found the valve cover unit was, in our opinion, the best of the ones out there.

[1955cj5]

Bratton's shows a similar filter kit, but without the 90° adapter....the adapter seems like a good idea....did you get it along with the rest of the kit or separately?

http://www.brattons.com/product.asp?...=any&PT_ID=all

[Y-Blockhead]

Originally Posted by 1955cj5

Bratton's shows a similar filter kit, but without the 90° adapter....the adapter seems like a good idea....did you get it along with the rest of the kit or separately?

http://www.brattons.com/product.asp?...=any&PT_ID=all

The Bratton's "Kit" is made by Mike's (cheaper) and yes the 90° adapter is a separate item

[Ed Pitts]

Another option. Ed

[updraught]

Originally Posted by 31Tudor

I would think if anything it would decrease the oil pressure. The oil only has one way to go and that is up into the valve chamber to be distributed. With the filter you are spilling oil out of that area and sending it to the oil filter instead of up into the valve chamber. Giving the oil another outlet, would reduce pressure.

I assumed it sends all the oil thru the filter??

[Curly]

My oil pressure was running at 7 pounds before oil filter. Now it is at 12 pounds.

[1955cj5]

Originally Posted by Y-Blockhead

The Bratton's "Kit" is made by Mike's (cheaper) and yes the 90° adapter is a separate item

Did the 90 ° adapter come from Mike's also? I can't find one in the online catalog...

Randy

[Y-Blockhead]

I believe the 90° adapter is made by Ford Racing. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/fm...-a50/overview/

IF you can find one, most '56-'64 Ford Big trucks with the Y-Block engine (292) had a 90° oil filter adapter stock in order to clear the steering box.

If you have a truck bone yard around you may be able to find one cheap.

[hardtimes]

Originally Posted by Ed Pitts

Another option. Ed

Hey Ed,
Hm, nice option , but looks to be 'below' block...how/what fastened to

Another option:

[waxhead]

Originally Posted by hardtimes

Hey Ed,
Hm, nice option , but looks to be 'below' block...how/what fastened to

Another option:

Looks good Hardtimes. Is that yours??

[Ed Pitts]

[QUOTE=hardtimes;1159210]Hey Ed,
Hm, nice option , but looks to be 'below' block...how/what fastened to

I made a bracket that attaches to two of the oil pan bolts and the assembly then bolts to the bracket. Gets the filter down and out of the way. Ed

[40 Deluxe]

Has anyone cut open their used filters to see what, if anything, was trapped in the filter? I'm of the opinion that a filter only works on a newly rebuilt engine to trap filings and grindings that the rebuilder didn't bother to clean out during the rebuild process. Most of the dust inhaled through the carb that works its way into the crankcase is under 10 microns, too small for the filter to catch.

[hardtimes]

Originally Posted by waxhead

Looks good Hardtimes. Is that yours??

Hey waxhead,
Yeah, that is the B in my driver, '30 roadster...full flow and no spill !
Plus , as you can see, a threaded opening for the oil gage. Nice unit. Haven't seen another like it, but would like to buy another. Only problem with it, is that it blocks use of the B fuel pump..bummer.