oil filter relocation

Shorty · 07-06-2005, 06:51 PM

i have a relocation kit for the oil filter. i was having a discussion today with a guy at work. his thoughts were that the extra plumbing could cause a pressure drop. my thoughts are, that once the system is filed with oil then pressure should remain the same even tho there is slightly more volume.

FYI- the hoses are only 30" each so that would be the only real increase anywhere.

slvrbullit · 07-06-2005, 06:58 PM

the only time you would get a pressure drop is if there is a hole in the line somwhere.

Sendero · 07-06-2005, 07:28 PM

As long as you have enough oil in the pan, you can think of it as a hydrualic system.

QWKSNKE · 07-06-2005, 07:37 PM

I agree with Nathan and Tommy.

FWIW. My supercharger didn't cause a pressure drop.

Craig K. · 07-06-2005, 08:00 PM

You shouldn't have any problems.

I run a high volume, stock pressure pump, along with a filter relocation, front mounted oil cooler, and a 31/2 qrt Accusump for a total of just under 10 qrt's. and I never have had a low pressure issue.
Keep in mind that I have a very tightly clearanced bottom end, and see 80 psi at cold idle, and 70-75 at hot idle.

TheJeanyus · 07-06-2005, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Shorty

my thoughts are, that once the system is filed with oil then pressure should remain the same even tho there is slightly more volume.

Shorty · 07-06-2005, 09:50 PM

exactly what i thought. i will definitely be debating him on this again tomorrow. sometimes people just dont listen.

Craig--where did you mount your filter at? also did you filter before or after the cooler.

Craig K. · 07-07-2005, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Shorty

exactly what i thought. i will definitely be debating him on this again tomorrow. sometimes people just dont listen.

Craig--where did you mount your filter at? also did you filter before or after the cooler.

As far as the debate goes, kindly remind him that fluids are not compressable, so therfore once you have pressure, that pressure should remain constant, until the system heats up, then you'll have a pressure drop.

Always filter before a cooler, the filter slows the liquid slightly giving it more time in the cooler (in theroy), also it keeps containiments out of the cooler.

I mounted mine (a Moroso cast aluminum filter housing) on the left front frame rail, near the sway bar mount. I had drilled two holes into flange where the metal overlaps and is spot welded.

Are you thinking of running a cooler also?

Shorty · 07-07-2005, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Craig K.

As far as the debate goes, kindly remind him that fluids are not compressable, so therfore once you have pressure, that pressure should remain constant, until the system heats up, then you'll have a pressure drop.

excellent wording.

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Always filter before a cooler, the filter slows the liquid slightly giving it more time in the cooler (in theroy), also it keeps containiments out of the cooler.

makes sense.

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I mounted mine (a Moroso cast aluminum filter housing) on the left front frame rail, near the sway bar mount. I had drilled two holes into flange where the metal overlaps and is spot welded.

Are you thinking of running a cooler also?

that is where i was looking at putting mine. i had considered running a cooler, any recommendations. advice you would like to share.

Craig K. · 07-07-2005, 09:12 PM

Check out Summit, they have 2 different kits, one is from Ford, also Steeda has one, as well as Canton.

They are all nice, and each have different price ranges. The Canton seems the nicest with braded lines etc... but it also cost more.

For mine I had bought a semi generic adaptor which mounts to the block, the Moroso relocation filter head, a generic cooler from an oval track company, and a bunch of braided lines and fittings, I also have a Canton Accusump, and a check valve. All told mine cost about $500 or so.

07-06-2005, 06:51 PM	#1
Shorty Pr0j3ct P1mp T1t3, y0! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Somewhere wondering why Crimson stole my avatar Posts: 2,022	oil filter relocation i have a relocation kit for the oil filter. i was having a discussion today with a guy at work. his thoughts were that the extra plumbing could cause a pressure drop. my thoughts are, that once the system is filed with oil then pressure should remain the same even tho there is slightly more volume. FYI- the hoses are only 30" each so that would be the only real increase anywhere. __________________ 93 GT----225rwhp/287rwtq--------1/4 mile= (but getting better)

07-06-2005, 06:58 PM	#2
slvrbullit Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: on the water Posts: 1,280	Re: oil filter relocation the only time you would get a pressure drop is if there is a hole in the line somwhere. __________________ 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited--- too many mods to list, about to be sitting on 1 ton axles. 2000 Ford F-350 Dually Lariat LE Crew Cab Short Box 7.3 auto 168,000 miles

07-06-2005, 07:28 PM	#3
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07-06-2005, 07:37 PM	#4
QWKSNKE 3v's are slow Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Here and There Posts: 17,152	Re: oil filter relocation I agree with Nathan and Tommy. FWIW. My supercharger didn't cause a pressure drop. __________________ 2009 Porsche Carrera S 2008 ///AMG C63.. Eurocharge Tune. RIP 2019 AMG GLC43..wife's 03 F250 SD.. Edge Evo, AFE Stage 1 CAI 08 GT. JBA axle back, FRPP springs, FRPP swaybars.. daughter's 01 Cobra vert... wife's I need a new toy

07-06-2005, 08:00 PM	#5
Craig K. Nothing new here Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,990	Re: oil filter relocation You shouldn't have any problems. I run a high volume, stock pressure pump, along with a filter relocation, front mounted oil cooler, and a 31/2 qrt Accusump for a total of just under 10 qrt's. and I never have had a low pressure issue. Keep in mind that I have a very tightly clearanced bottom end, and see 80 psi at cold idle, and 70-75 at hot idle. __________________ 1974 Triumph TR6 1985 Monte Carlo SS 1986 Mustang GT 2011 KIA Optima GTS

07-06-2005, 09:50 PM	#7
Shorty Pr0j3ct P1mp T1t3, y0! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Somewhere wondering why Crimson stole my avatar Posts: 2,022	Re: oil filter relocation exactly what i thought. i will definitely be debating him on this again tomorrow. sometimes people just dont listen. Craig--where did you mount your filter at? also did you filter before or after the cooler. __________________ 93 GT----225rwhp/287rwtq--------1/4 mile= (but getting better)

07-07-2005, 09:12 PM	#10
Craig K. Nothing new here Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,990	Re: oil filter relocation Check out Summit, they have 2 different kits, one is from Ford, also Steeda has one, as well as Canton. They are all nice, and each have different price ranges. The Canton seems the nicest with braded lines etc... but it also cost more. For mine I had bought a semi generic adaptor which mounts to the block, the Moroso relocation filter head, a generic cooler from an oval track company, and a bunch of braided lines and fittings, I also have a Canton Accusump, and a check valve. All told mine cost about $500 or so. __________________ 1974 Triumph TR6 1985 Monte Carlo SS 1986 Mustang GT 2011 KIA Optima GTS