oil filter adapter

[Broncodude]

is the oil filter adapter needed? can't I just screw the filter on to the threaded insert thats in my new block that I got? looks like the same size?

 

[JoshT]

Unless you just want your oil filter to hit the manifold/header I'd have to say yes that adapter is required. I know with my headers it wouldn't fit sans the adapter.

 

[Broncodude]

I'm wondering if the oil filter being directly on the block sideways would cause dry startups so to speak cause it might empty out being sideways??

 

[enginepaul]

It should work as a filter would in any other sideways installation. It won't go back into the Ranger sideways; you'll need the adapter.

 

[Natedog]

I'm wondering if the oil filter being directly on the block sideways would cause dry startups so to speak cause it might empty out being sideways??

A filter that hangs down like the stock setup is the best way to avoid dry starts, otherwise the oil has much more tendency to siphon/drain back to the pan...not good. I don't care who's filter or what, that is my experience.

 

[Totalled]

Run a good filter that has anti drain back (like a motorcraft, not a fram!) and it's not an issue.