Oil filter options

[KeithMac]

They work perfectly well until the filter medium colapses.. If you see how the bike manufacturers mount the replacement celulose filters it`s a world apart from how Canton does it..

[green-lantern]

Went with a canton oil filter myself. I liked the idea of the oil not bypassing the filtered. Oil pressure seemed to improve at idle.

Get rid of it! trust me.

[Mean Green]

If the Canton filters are crap, then why do almost ALL exotic cars run that style filter?

Look up a Ford GT oil filter for example. They are also used in many race cars. The problem to me is that there is not enough surface area and the element becomes clogged and collapses. Well, if that's the case, run a larger one. They make remote units which are the ones used in race applications.

[Patryn]

What other alternatives are there as far as high end oil filters that filter all the time?

[MR2]

Of the Ryco Filters I found that were similar..

66mm Seal
Z56B
Z456
Z312

those above would fit and are longer, the problem is the seal, it needs to be the right diameter.

[green-lantern]

If the Canton filters are crap, then why do almost ALL exotic cars run that style filter?

Look up a Ford GT oil filter for example. They are also used in many race cars. The problem to me is that there is not enough surface area and the element becomes clogged and collapses. Well, if that's the case, run a larger one. They make remote units which are the ones used in race applications.

Well whats good for the goose isn't always good for the gander. Just because a filter is efficient in removing particulates doesn't mean it's good for oil circulation. The more efficient the filter the harder it is to draw through. Some engines work fine with certain parts and some don't because of one reason or another. I've seen the ends fall off of these filters because the glue they use. I cant share others pics or info without their consent but I'll see if I cant get somebody to weigh in on this.

[Patryn]

Should be some threads on 3SI that still have the picks up of a partially collapsed filter and of the glue situation. However in my case I have not seen either happen upon inspecting the filters when changing oil or replacing the filter. It could be problematic if the filter starts to become blocked from trapped particles and higher rpms causing it to collapse. Maybe the larger filters would have faired better. Anyone have any definitive analysis or comparison of the canton filters? I've been searching around on the internet, but nothing other than a few posts here and there come up.

[green-lantern]

Should be some threads on 3SI that still have the picks up of a partially collapsed filter and of the glue situation. However in my case I have not seen either happen upon inspecting the filters when changing oil or replacing the filter. It could be problematic if the filter starts to become blocked from trapped particles and higher rpms causing it to collapse. Maybe the larger filters would have faired better. Anyone have any definitive analysis or comparison of the canton filters? I've been searching around on the internet, but nothing other than a few posts here and there come up.

I think you are about spot on. I believe a larger filter would work much better. With a higher eff you need more filter to improve flow. Higher eff filters obviously become clogged sooner so they would be more prone to collapse or find alternate routes (leaks).

[Mean Green]

I think you are about spot on. I believe a larger filter would work much better. With a higher eff you need more filter to improve flow. Higher eff filters obviously become clogged sooner so they would be more prone to collapse of find alternate routes (leaks).

Exactly. That's why I feel that our oil filtration system is inadequate. As I stated above, in comparison to other cars that are like ours, our cars have the lowest spec filter, its the smallest, lowest pressure relief spec, smallest surface area, hell...my damn lawnmower has a bigger oil filter than the 3000GT.

[green-lantern]

Exactly. That's why I feel that our oil filtration system is inadequate. As I stated above, in comparison to other cars that are like ours, our cars have the lowest spec filter, its the smallest, lowest pressure relief spec, smallest surface area, hell...my damn lawnmower has a bigger oil filter than the 3000GT.

You might be able to find an alternative with an adapter of some sort but the canton offered now I just wouldn't trust. Personally I'm only going to run Mitsu or in a pinch purolator from now on but stock is getting harder to find. Finding a good worthy alternative could cost you an engine or two in research and development. I'm definitely not trying to be negative, this is a good topic that should be addressed.