[6pack] New Engine AUTOpsy / oil filter

John VanNorman jsvannorman at gmail.com
Fri Sep 12 12:52:24 MDT 2008


Out of curiosity, how would you improperly install the spin-on
adapter?  I know some people (including myself) have installed it at a
slight angle to avoid the oil filter hitting the clutch slave.  Would
turning it too much be the problem?

> Hi - I've seen this (unfiltered oil) from the improper fitment of the
> spin-on adapter. The result is unmistakable and obvious. In less than 100
> miles, the oil will take on a metallic look to it - it is very obvious
> that things are not right.

John V.
1974 1/2 TR6


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