Oil Filter Base/Adapter Part #?

[Bronco648]

Does anyone have a part number for the oil filter base/adapter that bolts to the engine block? Mine doesn't seem to want to clean up and I'm afraid that bead blasting it will mess up the machined surfaces. TIA.

 

[AndyB.]

NOS 1983-1989 Ford Ranger 2.8L 2.9L Oil Filter Adapter E3TZ-6881-H | eBay

This is Ford part number E3TZ-6881-H.

www.ebay.com

 

[Bronco648]

Thanks for the link Andy. $100 is a little spendy.....

I may have to see about cleaning up the one I have.

 

[BrownRangers]

Bead blasting is fine. Just make sure to clean all the bead off afterward. You can even sand down the short turn radius areas for a little better flow.

 

[Bronco648]

What ended up working the best: 25% solution of lemon juice & water. I let the adapter soak for about a week and then used a bench grinder with a soft wire wheel. That polished it up nicely.