Mail Archive Search: <+subject:/^(?:^\s*(re|sv|fwd|fw)[\[\]\d]*[:>-]+\s*)*\[6pack\]\s+Spin\-On\s+Adapter\s*$/>

Results:

References: [ +subject:/^(?:^\s*(re|sv|fwd|fw)[\[\]\d]*[:>-]+\s*)*\[6pack\]\s+Spin\-On\s+Adapter\s*$/: 33 ]

Total 33 documents matching your query.

1. [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Stuart Thompson" <stuartt@tlthompson.com>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:15:36 -0600; Hello All: I want to replace my original canister type oil filter with the more modern spin-on adapter. How difficult is it to do this? I see the adapter for sale on Moss. Do I just buy the adapter a; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00170.html (7,883 bytes)
2. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Foster, Stan" <stan.foster@hp.com>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:25:38 +0000; Stuart, it is a simple and worthwhile conversion. Everything you need will come with the kit. There are several options for filters all readily available at your local autoparts store. Just remove th; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00171.html (9,231 bytes)
3. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Greg Bengeult <gregbengeult@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:36:35 -0800; Not exactly true. A couple of years ago I was rebuilding my engine and needed a new set of seals for the adapter. I called the Roadster Factory and talked to someone very helpful (Dave maybe?). They; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00172.html (8,353 bytes)
4. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Robert N. Clark" <rclark@robertsonclark.com>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:46:05 -0800; Is there still an issue that the spin on adapter won't work on some earlier blocks. When I bought mine, Moss indicated that it wouldn't fit certain blocks. I was never confidant that my block wasn't; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00173.html (7,799 bytes)
5. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: lfm614@aol.com; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:51:16 +0000; Ditto, you can also order them separetely thay are about $1 or less each. As Greg said you have to ask for the part number(s). I would order their kit as I have heard of casting problems causing the; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00174.html (9,143 bytes)
6. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: lfm614@aol.com; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:02:10 +0000; Don't know, I have a 72 and it works fine. Lou --Original Message-- From: Robert N. Clark Sender: 6pack-bounces+lfm614=aol.com@autox.team.net To: TR-6 list Sent: Dec 17, 2007 5:46 PM Subject: Re: [6p; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00175.html (8,189 bytes)
7. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Bob <rpeglow@optonline.net>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 19:18:54 -0800; Victoria British offers a spin-on oil filter adapter for $79.95. TRF has spin-on oil filter adapter on sale now for $64.95 (norm $69.95). Moss motors has spin-on adapter for $64.15 and they offer a f; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00176.html (10,933 bytes)
8. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Foster, Stan" <stan.foster@hp.com>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:58:12 +0000; Well I stand corrected about the availability of the seals, they are not listed on any of the vendor web sites that sell the adapter as far as I was able to check (TRF, Moss, VB, BPNW etc. That is go; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00177.html (9,418 bytes)
9. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Bill & AnnaBelle <anabil007@comcast.net>; Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:32:21 -0800; We have the spin on adaptor on the 70 TR6, i use NAPA Gold 1516 filters (by WIX) or if you can find WIX filters the number is 51516 ... there was an exhaustive, destructive test conducted a few years; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00178.html (8,772 bytes)
10. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "John Macartney" <standardtriumph@btinternet.com>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:58:05 -0000; All I would add to Stan's useful input is that when removing the original ring on the engine block, it's worth spending a little time with a fine pointed screwdriver and a rag soaked in a cleaning ag; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00180.html (11,192 bytes)
11. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: im sloane <im_sloane@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 14:23:22 +0000; Unless I missed a post, nobody mentioned how to remove the original canister from the vehicle. This can be a 'neat trick' on a left hand steer car, as the steering column is on the 'wrong side'. I'v; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00188.html (9,332 bytes)
12. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Robert Lang <lang@isis.mit.edu>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:26:38 -0500 (EST); I cannot address the issue of "which block the kit fits", but I do know from direct experience that the Mocal brand adapter that comes with the oil cooler comes with instructions on how to determine; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00190.html (9,206 bytes)
13. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Dr L. Kevin McNelis" <kmcnelis@nmsu.edu>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:13:52 -0700 (MST); Robert Lang wrote: <snip> Overall, this is a really great upgrade for TR6. It makes oil changes a snap and with the proper filter (with anti-drainback valve) your cold startup won't allow the engine; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00191.html (8,694 bytes)
14. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: John Mitchell <jmitch@snet.net>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:33:27 -0500; Dropping the slave cylinder is the easiest way. Undo 2 bolts and just let it hang down by the hose. When done, bolt it back up and your done. This will not affect the clutch in any way. I do it whene; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00192.html (9,182 bytes)
15. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: lfm614@aol.com; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 16:40:07 +0000; I have mine at a 7:30 to 8:00 and I can get the filter in there without undoing the slave or steering. Of course the shorter the cannister the better, I use a standard length filter. Lou Dropping the; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00193.html (9,836 bytes)
16. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Robert Lang <lang@isis.mit.edu>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:51:55 -0500 (EST); Sure, that's good enough. NAPA Gold 1516 is what I use. The article on the VTR web site pretty much says it all. regards, rml -- Bob Lang Room N42-140Q | This space for rent Consultant MIT IS&T unix-; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00194.html (8,935 bytes)
17. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Robert Lang <lang@isis.mit.edu>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:56:53 -0500 (EST); "back in the day", the dealer mechanics would disconnect the fuel pump from the block to make room to remove the canister in an oil change. In fact, on my Dad's TR6, the car died (on several occasio; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00196.html (8,800 bytes)
18. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: im sloane <im_sloane@hotmail.com>; Date: Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:30:32 +0000; from the block to make room to remove the canister in an oil change. OK, that sounds only slightly better than removing the entire engine just to change the oil. BTW, (for a couple that missed it),; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00198.html (8,524 bytes)
19. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: "Stuart Thompson" <stuartt@tlthompson.com>; Date: Fri, 21 Dec 2007 11:09:22 -0600; Fellow Listers: Thanks to all who responded for the great tips & advice. I have not yet changed over to the spin-on adapter but do have a question. Why do I always receive an o-ring with my original; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00233.html (9,300 bytes)
20. Re: [6pack] Spin-On Adapter (score: 1): Author: Vsnively@aol.com; Date: Fri, 21 Dec 2007 12:15:42 EST; Fellow Listers: Thanks to all who responded for the great tips & advice. I have not yet changed over to the spin-on adapter but do have a question. Why do I always receive an o-ring with my original; /html/6pack/2007-12/msg00234.html (10,304 bytes)

Current List: 1 - 20
Page: [1] [2]