Ronnie Day wrote:
> >Gerardo Magana
>
> > Adam, yes, it is an original piece, on most cars it has become a lost item,
> > thrown out during an oil change, but it is necessary so that when you start
> > your car you can get oil up to your head and chain right away. due to the
> > fact that the filter is downside up it is needed in order to keep a
> > reservoir of oil so that it can circulate immediately on start up, I will
> > look for the name of this piece, gonna have to consult a parts manual.
>
> Just my opinion, but it seems to me that putting them upside down is even
> dumber than laying them on their side ala the L-motors. Does anyone have and
> idea why they did this?
>
> Inquiring minds, etc.
>
> Ron
>
> ronday@home.com
> Dallas/Ft. Worth
> '71 510 2-dr (Prepared Class Autocrosser)
> '73 510 2-dr (Street Toy)
Probably so they would fit easier?
Bob
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