[6pack] New Engine AUTOpsy / oil filter

Robert N. Clark rclark at robertsonclark.com
Fri Sep 12 13:23:18 MDT 2008


I had the same question and add another.  When I bought by spin on
adapter years ago, it came with a warning that it would not work on
certain blocks as depicted in a drawing that came with the adapter.
That drawing looks like every block I have so I was reluctant to install
the adapter.  Any one else have this issue or see this warning?

Bob Clark
'69 TR6



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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