I started this exchange, questioning the worth of using a magnetic
sump plug. Apart from suggesting that a magnet "in the oil stream" at
or near the filter might be more effective, I also questioned if use
of a magnet might actually magnetise some of those metal particals so
that they would then attach themselves somewhere else where they are
definately not wanted! Using super-strong magnets on the filter could
be going the wrong way!!
Not much discussion (if any) on this part of the theory.
Guy
----- Original Message -----
From "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob at webtv.net>
To: <John.Deikis@med.va.gov>
Cc: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: 06 June 2002 11:12
Subject: RE: Magnetic sump plugs
> Indeed, John...
>
> A magnet in the "stream" just prior to the
> filter (or "magnetized" oil filter) would definitely be the way the
go.
>
> Of course, a "magnetized" filter would probably have EPA disposal
> issues, I suppose. Dumping these things in droves
> would probably take the earth out of orbit
> or something, right? <vbg>
>
> Ordered my "rare earth" magnets "on line"
> yesterday (for attaching to filter). This
> DOES seem the best way to go with what
> I know at this point in time, together with
> the magnetic sump plug.
>
>
>
>
> Cap'n. Bob
> '60 :{)
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