Freebird Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Having rebuilt my 2.5 engine I'm keen to keep in in top nick by replacing the oil filter with one which doesn't drain when the engine stops running. I have got one suitable for the big saloons, but it sits far too close to the chassis on a Vit to be able to fit the filter. This will be on eBay pretty soon.I have read about a version which mounts remotely at the front of the engine bay, are these still available?Steve (mowerman)The race is on mate - mine WILL be running this weekend.Glen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Jones Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 You can fit the 'saloon type' spin-on adaptor - you just have to accept that the filter must sit horizontally (pointed forward in engine bay). Provided you use a filter with an anti-drain flap this is still a big improvement over the standard setup.Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 A remote filter should be possible. Mocal make adapters for oil coolerswhich should work as the send/return, and also remote filter heads, so it should be do-able with a look at the catalogue, just can't remember the company who sells all the stuff at the mo!Clive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Glen, looks like you`ve won then :'( Mine`s still sitting outside on the drive, gearbox and block are in but problems with the cylinder head :( Have you modified your engine in any way? My oil filter adaptor fits really close to the chassis rail but doesn`t appear to actually touch it. Re remote adaptors try Mocal the oil cooler people.If you need filters these are some you can use; Champion C104, Unipart GFE176, halfords HOF 206, Mahle OC235Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard B Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Let us know how you get on with this, I want to convert my Spitfire PI to a remote filter as the standard filter on an adapter is (I feel) too small for a 2500. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted November 9, 2006 Author Share Posted November 9, 2006 SteveMy lump is not really modified, more of a mix of the 2.5 TC engine that was in it when I originally bought it and the PI lump I bought from you.TC block rebored plus 20 thouTC crank reground minus 10 thouPI head with unleaded seatsPI plus 20 pistonsPI rodsPI cam, followers, push rods, rockers and valves.New rings, shells, gaskets, seals and a recon gearbox.Twin 1 3/4 SUs which were on it when I bought the car.I got it running last night after making the classic mistake of getting the ignition timing 180° out - doh.I'm going to try my cartridge filter adaptor fitted horizonally as suggested by Nick above, but the pressue relief valve hex looks like it might foul the canister. We will see.To rub it in, I might even drive it over to your place on Sunday.What is wrong with your head? The one on the car, not the one on your shoulders!Glen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard B Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Sometimes it will fit at 45 degrees; sometimes almost upside down. If upside down then it needs a non-return valve on the filter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Think Automotive at Isleworth are the commercial arm of Mocol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 Glen, went thru the crack testing routine with FOUR heads before I found one that was ok!!! If you`re around sunday call me. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Jones Posted November 9, 2006 Share Posted November 9, 2006 This is how mine fits - the filter is the one from a Golf GTI 2/3 (and many others). If you want a stumpy one CVH - engined Escort one will suffice.The Golf one is a tight fit but excellent quality and gives part commonality with our GTI......Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted November 10, 2006 Author Share Posted November 10, 2006 Hi NickThat's exactly how I just fitted mine, slighty above horizontal between the PRV hex and the oil pressure switch. It took a worryingly long time for the oil light to go out, but it's all fine and dandy now.CheersGlen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted November 12, 2006 Share Posted November 12, 2006 If you want a remote filter try http://www.thinkauto.com/ and look up oil take off plates. They do one for the triumph 6, and also remote filter heads so you can have a filter pointing down! And easier to get to when it need changing.You can tell I'm a bit bored, start looking stuff up on the net. Next thing the suns coming up......CheersClive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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