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Old 09-28-2011, 04:15 AM
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Default Oil filter threads

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Originally Posted by Jac Mac View Post
Yes we are using threads & O-Rings of that Dimension, but just plain Chevy Filter in the TVR, with the oil/water heat exchanger we have had no cold start pressure issue/leaks etc [as long as Greg or I do the first start] some of the yanks/canadians that tag along are liabilities in that regard.. its no wonder we see so many sheared oil pump drives/gears on these forums...
I went for the GM HP4 size filter, I am sure it will flow enough and the filter is rated at 45gpm. I guess the big thread filter are equivalent to approx -16an size where the HP4 is approx -12an.

Do you reckon the kiwi's have less lead in their foot than the Yanks/Canadians!
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