remote oil filter mounting

[papak]

I'm planning on remotely mounting the oil filter from my 2.3 l Duratec to the firewall. The question is -8 or -10 lines. They will only be 12-14" long. Using a NAPA 1056 filter. What's the consensus?

[JohnCh]

As a reference, and absent an answer from someone who actually understands this stuff, Caterham fits -12 plumbing to the oil system.  Granted these are longer runs to the dry sump tank and oil cooler, but I'd be hesitant to use something as small as -8.  

 

-John

[ashyers]

I'm running -10 lines for the high pressure pump-filter-block. The low pressure from the scavenge pump-cooler-pump are -12.

[papak]

Thanks to all. I plan on making up a pair of -10 lines. Mountune makes a very nice takeoff plate for the project.

[fastg]

I would use whatever the remote setup recommend. Using over size lines will not improve flow.

 

Graham

Edited December 9, 2022 by fastg
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[MV8]

Full flow fittings (versus elbows), no reducers to shear the oil across sharp internal edges, some slack/stress relief in the hoses that may need to move/grow a tiny amount with pressure/temp or shrink with use/cycles, and may need to be supported for dynamics you can't see when parked.

[IamScotticus]

While on the topic 

any recommendation on the hose?

[MV8]

3 hours ago, IamScotticus said:

While on the topic 

any recommendation on the hose?

Push lock type hose is typical and last a while but will harden and crack eventually.

 

For longer lasting hoses:

https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/appages/mil6000.php

 

The standard: http://everyspec.com/MIL-SPECS/MIL-SPECS-MIL-DTL/MIL-DTL-6000D_6090/

[ashyers]

I just made up some lines w/ Earls Pro-Lite 350 hose and Swivel-Seal hose ends. I've come to hate the push lock hose and Earls makes a decent product. I had no need for the SS braid so I thought I'd try the Pro-Lite hose and it was really easy to deal with. Papak, I have a few feet of -10 left .

 

Andy

[fastg]

I use https://www.pegasusautoracing.com/group.asp?GroupID=PLUMANFLEX

[inchoate]

I've currently got my oil cooler plumbed with -10 pushlock and oetikers.  When it fails, which I'm assuming it will at some point, I'll switch over to PTFE.

[wemtd]

I have aeroquip startlite -8 or 10 (can’t remember) & compression swivel fittings for my cooler [stock 1.9L duratec]. I Didn’t want abrasive SS possibly rubbing against something. So far no complaints in 2 years.

[papak]

I've got it ready to install, just awaiting the Derale remote filter mount tomorrow. AN-10 fittings and some Earl's Pro 350 hose.