Oil filter relocation

[qwik914]

I was wondering if any one could recommend an oil filter relocation unit for my 914?
Because of ‘Sandwich’ style oil cooler adapter, I don’t have much space left for my oil filter. Oil filter now is hitting engine mount.

[mejulihn]

I recommend attaching it to the transmission side of the vertical sheet metal separating the engine bay from the transmission near the #3 cylinder. This will require a spin-on adapter and oil lines run from the factory location. See Pete Dubler's tech article on installation of an external oil cooler on this site for more info.

[This message has been edited by mejulihn (edited 11-13-2000).]

[Joe Bob]

Most of the sandwhich adapters should allow a spin on filter. If you are not using a Mahle or oem filter, the clearance problem can be fixed by dimpling the bottom of them filter....but I would go with the better filter. Fram or AC is OK for water pumpers, but not my Porsche.

I would also check to see if your engine mount bar is tweaked or the mounts are bad. Mine was, I replaced it and the filter fit with an 1/8inch to spare.

[SteveStromberg]

Only use S.S. braided line they will not burst instead they will just leak a small amount of oil letting you kwon that there is a problem.Go large diameter and short length to maximize flow. NEVER use a tube andfin cooler 3psi of pressure drop for each turn of the tubing.Always use a oil cooler that looks like a radiator.