Re-usable oil filter

I think I've seen these for as "low" as $150. For those who change oil after each visit to the drag strip it's probably worth it, damn sure beats cutting up the throw away filter to inspect the filter/oil/particles...

I've put over 100000 miles on my LS1 and used ACDelco filters, the engine was fine when I sold the car..... I guess these filters are ok for a stock/mildly modified engine.
 
I use one similar to that one,mine is a Canton filter,here is a link to where i got it i am using the large one.
http://www.rpmoil.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=14&zenid=b78ba2f03cdbf467cebc699792f7a386

Damm just went back and looked at it and now its called a True filter,i will have to call and make sure the cartridge is the same,the only diffrence i see is that the bottom screws off of mine to change the cartridge and the housing stays on the motor.

OK checked there site and did a search and they still have the cartridges for the Canton
http://www.rpmoil.com/index.php?mai...result&search_in_description=1&keyword=canton

Whew thought i was going to be SOL for a while,since these things are not cheap.
 
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That looks pretty slick, it would be cool to have. I wonder how much better it might actually filter over a good wix filter? Assuming it does, you would only need to do apprx. 40 oil changes with an avg filter cost of 5 bucks to break even. Thats 120,000 miles......:flash: lol
 
So I'll be the first

I have a Western Auto catalogue from the 20's, so I can tell you aftermarket "hype" is as old as the automobile itself. I don't fall for it, and am VERY objective/skeptical when anything "new" comes to market.
I am always ready to listen and observe. I have bought one of these new filters, and am NOT plugging a freebie. However, I did promise to show a thread about it, and give it a fair shake. This unit puts the System One filter to shame, and is built incredibly well. The little pin you see on the element is a rare earth magnet. Ther are 2 of them.
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I will report back on how well this unit fares, but know this off the bat. When I started it up to check for leaks, virtually ALL my valve train noise was GONE. I am very serious about this, and do not "embelish." As Gene would say,"Serious as Roebuck."
 
FWIW-- Turbine powered aircraft oil filters are all the screen type- 40 micron. There are 2 layers of screen and a paper in between them. We cut them up all the time to look for trash. and magnetic chip detectors in all the pumps and components..
 
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Jeff, do you now what the capacity of that filter is?
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I believe John said 1/2 qt. I filled the canister 1/2 way, and screwed it on with no overflow. After starting and checking levels, I did not add any. So I would have to say it is about equal to the A/C small unit.
 
TimAT said:
FWIW-- Turbine powered aircraft oil filters are all the screen type- 40 micron. There are 2 layers of screen and a paper in between them. We cut them up all the time to look for trash. and magnetic chip detectors in all the pumps and components..
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Since you brought that fact up, this unit is FAA certified.;)
 
Looks just like what I'm using :thumbs: i have no complaints with them,and when i pre lube it before installation it holds a QT. Never had a leak and it has been on the motor since new about 1700 miles,never any lifter clatter on start up even after sitting all winter,and it has a big magnet in the bottom you just wipe off.
 
I was asked recently if I still was happy with this unit.
The answer is YES.
Cleans easily. Easy to use. Never has leaked a drop. All an oil change costs is the oil. (I use Valvoline racing).
 
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