I would have to say that you should definiyely have a remote.
1) Easiness of changing the filter.
2) If you are running an
oil cooler, you would want to filter the
oil before it gets there.
3) You could use two filters, if you like over-kill like I do.
4) You could use a larger than normal
oil filter.
A Sump?? If you have the room, go for it but they take up a lot of room.