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Old Aug 12, 2009 | 09:25 PM
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FT-145 tranny filter

http://www.dieselfiltersonline.com/N...z-09-C09b.aspx


Is this NTZ filter actually the same as the "Motorcraft" one??? I know it says on the site its the same just wanna make sure.....cause this one comes with a new o-ring and is half the price!!!
 
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Old Aug 13, 2009 | 12:09 AM
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Yes it is. Actually, NTZ is the OEM for the filter assy, including the filter element. The Motorcraft filter element is a repackaged NTZ.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2009 | 08:36 PM
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Got the ntz style of the FT-145 filter...and there is a cardboard dowel in the middle like a toilet paper roll with holes...i thought i remembered the Motorcraft one not having anything in the middle....is this right?
 
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Old Aug 25, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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The cardboard dowel is the support tube for the filter. The NTZ is the proper replacement for the Ford filter.

Edit - the FT-145 also has the cardboard dowel.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2009 | 09:16 PM
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I realize this sounds strange...does the dowel come out when you change the external filter? This thread is the first I've heard of the cardboard dowel. I'm coming up on a tranny service and trying to "learn my self" the best I can before under taking this little project.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2009 | 09:27 PM
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It is an integral part of the filter - it should never come out.
 
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