<VV> oil filters

[Marc Marcoulides]

Once in a while Pep Boys have the Purolater available (cheap) that has the "U" shaped rubber gasket, I won't use them, no need to take that chance for a small savings

-----Original Message-----
>From: J R Read_HML <hmlinc at sbcglobal.net>
>Sent: Oct 27, 2009 1:45 PM
>To: Geoffrey Stozek <gjjs at att.net>, virtualvairs at corvair.org
>Subject: Re: <VV> oil filters
>
>Hey Jeff!
>
>The problem I see with the Fram filters (current ones) is that U shaped 
>rubber gasket around the outer top edge.  I demonstrated this at a CCE 
>meeting (you missed that one?) using a cutaway oil filter housing.  It is 
>virtually impossible to crank down on the filter mounting bolt hard enough 
>to make the smaller (inner) seal on the filter actually seal where it is 
>supposed to.  This would allow the oil to flow over the top of the filter 
>rather than through the filter.  Some folks have even split that outer U 
>seal in an attempt to get the filter tight enough to seal properly.  Of 
>course, then it will leak into the engine compartment which makes for a not 
>pretty sight.
>
>The torque spec for the filter is 15 to 20 ft lbs.  It takes a lot more than 
>that on a filter with the U gasket.
>
>So, to my mind, not just Fram is a problem - but also any filter (Purolator 
>and others) which have that U gasket.
>
>That said and knowing you...  you probably have a stock of the older style 
>on hand.
>
>Later, JR
>
>CCE CORSA CORVANANTICS SCG member
>'61 Rampside Standard 4/110
>'65 Monza Convertible 4/140
>"Keep the Love Alive"
>----- Original Message ----- 
>From: "Geoffrey Stozek" <gjjs at att.net>
>To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
>Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 11:21 AM
>Subject: <VV> oil filters
>
>
>VV members have been consistent on bashing Fram and praising WIX. Is there 
>any test data from a reputable source to support these opinions? I've used 
>Fram in most of my cars for decades without problem. I have an 87 GMC Safari 
>with about 190,000 miles. Does not use oil and stays clean beyond 3,000 
>miles. My experience with Fram is positive.
>Also, I'd like to hear VV thoughts on the oil filter adapter made for 
>corvairs that allows more common and less expensive filters to be used.
>Jeff Stozek
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