Spin-On Oil Filter Conversion Kit
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It looks like the spin-on filter was an original option for the old 1956 272. I've messed with the canister types, and I think I may just convert Earl's filter to a spin-on type. The problem I have is, the original oil filter diaphragm (metal disk) that was on the block (part number B4A-6751-B) is cracked.
Has anyone put on one of the spin-on oil filter adapter kits available from the various vendors and, if so, do you need to keep the original diaphragm or does it get replaced?
Has anyone put on one of the spin-on oil filter adapter kits available from the various vendors and, if so, do you need to keep the original diaphragm or does it get replaced?
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Earl,
That's one heckuva a good question. And judging by the lack of response thus far, maybe your best bet is to contact one of those vendors you mentioned and ask them.
Good question though... I recently saw that new one-touch drain plug that replaces the oil pan drain plug. Looks convenient but I'd worry that with my luck something would hit the lever and my oil would be draining out unbeknownst to me. Butch isn't happy without his oil, Earl !!!
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That's one heckuva a good question. And judging by the lack of response thus far, maybe your best bet is to contact one of those vendors you mentioned and ask them.
Good question though... I recently saw that new one-touch drain plug that replaces the oil pan drain plug. Looks convenient but I'd worry that with my luck something would hit the lever and my oil would be draining out unbeknownst to me. Butch isn't happy without his oil, Earl !!!
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The 1948-1956 Parts And Accessories Catalog shows both types available from 1952 on for all the OHV engines. Now that I think about it, the spin-on could have been introduced after 1956, but before the catalog was printed in 1964. Keeping track of this stuff is starting to give me a headache. 
On the bright side, I did find out that a new diaphragm is supposed to be part of the spin-on kit. Now I just have to decide if I really care which oil filter I put on.
On the bright side, I did find out that a new diaphragm is supposed to be part of the spin-on kit. Now I just have to decide if I really care which oil filter I put on.
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Earl-
While you are pondering whether or not you should make the switch, give me a little insight on what hardware is used with a cartridge filter. When I buy a filter, I get a black gasket and a orange gasket. Which one goes where? And isn't a spring supposed to be in there? What about washers?
While you are pondering whether or not you should make the switch, give me a little insight on what hardware is used with a cartridge filter. When I buy a filter, I get a black gasket and a orange gasket. Which one goes where? And isn't a spring supposed to be in there? What about washers?
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George, good question. But the most information in this thread that isbeing overlooked is that Earl is name of the truck, and George is the owner. Earl can't type! Heck, he can't even change his own oil. He's only a truck! Happy spinning, John
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[IMG]Cartridge Oil Filter[/IMG] 
The anti-drain back diaphragm thingy is what's cracked on my 272. The image is from the 1956 shop manual.
NJ239Y,
My cartridge unit is missing the bypass valve (inside the hollow bolt) and that's another reason I'm considering the spin-on adapter rather than trying to find a new bypass valve. One of the gaskets should be rubber and should go between the metal can and the block sealing flange. The other gasket should be the one labeled "Neoprene Gasket" in the illustration.
Dale,
Didn't see them at MotorHaven. JobLot Automotive (1-718-468-8585) has them (B7A-6882) for $18.95. MAC's (1-800-777-0948) also has them (B7A-6882-A) for $20.95.
John,
Who's Earl?
The anti-drain back diaphragm thingy is what's cracked on my 272. The image is from the 1956 shop manual.
NJ239Y,
My cartridge unit is missing the bypass valve (inside the hollow bolt) and that's another reason I'm considering the spin-on adapter rather than trying to find a new bypass valve. One of the gaskets should be rubber and should go between the metal can and the block sealing flange. The other gasket should be the one labeled "Neoprene Gasket" in the illustration.
Dale,
Didn't see them at MotorHaven. JobLot Automotive (1-718-468-8585) has them (B7A-6882) for $18.95. MAC's (1-800-777-0948) also has them (B7A-6882-A) for $20.95.
John,
Who's Earl?
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Originally posted by NJ239Y
George-
If Jerry Van Dyke could talk to his mother the car, why can't I talk to Earl, your Truck?
George-
If Jerry Van Dyke could talk to his mother the car, why can't I talk to Earl, your Truck?
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Not a stupid question at all. I don't have a spin-on myself, but from what I've read and seen in illustrations, the mounting is simply a new anti-back flow plate and a modified hollow center fitting that holds the new plate in place and threads into the center of the spin-on filter.
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George could you buy the filter you want to use and get a machine shop to make you a plate and threaded plug? It may not be original but you could find filters easier if you chose one for a more modern engine. Maybe a 1 foot long diesel filter will keep that Y-block running clean.
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