I second that Rick. All I've ever used on my Dak is K&N's. A little more
costly but peace of mind is certainly worth a couple pennies.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net]On Behalf Of Rick Barnes
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2002 6:40 AM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: RE: DML: RE: Re: Oil Pressure Problems
Did you see his statements about " It is rated just under the Purolator
Pure One as far as filtering capability, "and he "received many reports
of these filters failing at high pressures. It seems that the seam where
the backplate crimps to the case can split. "?
I will not run this on my car. The one that failed for me was on a
Honda which really relied on the anti drain back valve.
The K&N filter case is much thicker and has a lot more filter media.
The K&N also has a large fitting on the bottom so you can use a wrench
to take it off. I had a report on it but just changed computers and do
not have the link any longer. I took apart a K&N filter, as I had done
to a Mobil One and the K&N had more than a third more filter media. If
I can recover the link, I will certainly pass it on to you.
Rascal
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net] On Behalf Of Chris Rininger
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2002 9:12 AM
To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
Subject: Re: DML: RE: Re: Oil Pressure Problems
Rick:
I wouldn't say that there is nothing special about the Mobil 1 filters.
Yes
they are made by Champion (not the plug maker), but champion makes a
good
quality filter. The mobil 1 filters casing is ungodly strong and it has
all
parts of an excellent filter. i.e.. nitrile seals on the antidrain, etc.
It
contains a synthetic media that is strong and filters quite well without
impeding flow. Check out the mini-mopar study done by Russ Knize.
http://www.minimopar.net/oilfilterstudy.html#mobil1
I myself use Mobil 1 filters and have not had a single problem with
them,
but if there are issues, I just might make the change.
Can you enlighten me as to why the K&N is superior in every way? I have
not
been able to obtain any independent information regarding this claim.
Thanks
Rick Barnes wrote:
> Ron, MobilOne filters are simply Champion filters...nothing special
> about them. I had an anti drainback valve fail in one of those once
and
> I called Mobil One to complain. They told me they do not even make the
> filter. I now only use K&N, a superior filter in everyway.
> Rascal
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net] On Behalf Of scsilverdak
> Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 4:35 PM
> To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> Subject: DML: Re: Oil Pressure Problems
>
> I've heard that switching from conventional oil to synthetic oil after
a
> certain amount of mileage can cause problems with oil consumption and
> oil
> pressure levels, I run MOBIL-1 10w30 year round with no problems and
my
> oil
> pressure is always good, it'll vary from the mid point on the gauge to
> just
> shy of the mark towards the high side depending on RPM. I switched to
it
> after the initial break-in period at approximately 3,000-3,500 miles
and
> have had no problems at all. How many miles were on the engine when
> you
> changed to synthetic?
>
> On a side note what oil filter are you using? I've run into some
brands
> that
> effect oil pressure due to design problems. All I use are the MOBIL-1
> filters, they have higher burst pressures, better media for enhanced
> filtration. They'll handle upwards of 500 psi without failure
> and if you hold one compared to other brands there is a
> weight difference over say a FRAM, BOSCH,STP, or
> MOPAR replacement filters. I split one open once after
> using it and it traps a heck of a lot more dirt, and debris
> than any filter I've used.
>
> just my .02 cents worth!
>
> Ron-
> 2001 Dakota Sport 3.9 supercharged br silver
> e-mail: scsilverdak@hotmail.com
> website: www.scsilverdak.com
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "''Granpa'' Silver89" <SilverEightynine@aol.com>
> To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
> Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 3:46 PM
> Subject: DML: Oil Pressure Problems
>
> >
> > I changed the oil in the 4x4 over from conventioanl oil to Mobil 1
> > 10-w30 synthetic. This is the first summer I have had the 4x4 and
> have
> > never driven it in heat before. My problem is the oil pressure
> > lately has been just in the normal range. Lower than I think it
should
> > be. I checked and I was low on oil for some reason. I added a two
> > quarts of oil to it which brought it up one quart over teh full
line.
> > (grumble) I'm wondering if I am using the wrong type of oil. is
> 10-w30
> > too thin for summer driving? Its almost time for me to change the
oil
> > again, so I want to get it right.
> >
> >
> >
> > "Granpa" Silver 89
> > SilverEightynine@earthlink.net
> >
> >
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