RE: [T3] Oil filter instead of screen?

["Erkson, Toby" <toby.erkson@intel.com>]

NOS means New Old Stock.  This means original VW parts that are just old (no
longer made).

So, with that, there is no such thing as a NOS full flow filter for the T3.
If there is then it's been a very well kept secret!  I'm willing to wager
that the kit is for the upright engine.  However, they may have it for the
pancake engine.  I know Gene Berg sells the pump cover for the T3.  Gene
Berg does not sell the filter that mounts to the bottom of the oil sump and
strongly advises against using such a filter.  CB Performance sells the sump
mounted filter and I think Kymco does as well (both have web sites, check
'em out).

I have the GB full flow filter and I really like it.  I don't use the stock
screen any more so oil/filter changes are not as messy.  The filter is
common and easy to find at auto part stores and does a far better job at
keeping the oil clean [than the stock screen].

I've heard that it is possible to tap into the oil galley for the return
line without having to clearance the fan housing.
   Toby Erkson
   air_cooled_nut@pobox.com  <-- Please use this address for email
   '72 VW Squareback 1.6L bored and stroked to 2.0L, Berg five-speed
   '75 Porsche 914 1.8L, ORPCA member
   Portland, Oregon, http://www.pobox.com/~toby_erkson/

>-----Original Message-----

>Has anyone tried the spin-on NOS setup that Bill&Steves Sells? 
> I am pretty
> sure that there are no modifications needed, and indeed it 
>takes a typical
>spin on filter.  Does it reduce flow because of the lines????

...and another...

>I«ve been thinking of what I can do to prolong life and improve reliability
>on this baby. I have followed the previous threads about attaching a
>external oil filter, but it seems quite cumbersome on a T3 and I would
>rather not do any grinding in the fan housing, either.  
>I have considered the alternative with a filter housing which replaces the
>original oil screen and cover. I think Gene Berg has such an item? Have
>anyone tried this? Whats your opinion? In theory it seems as a fair
>solution, at least on a std 1600.
>But again, maybe it«s better to go the external filter way?

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