The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area Engine Shop Adding an oil filter

I have a 1954 3100 stock 235 without a filter setup. I was wanting to add a filteration setup. I was thinking about tracking down an original setup up or buying one from Napa. Which direction do you guys recommend.

Matt

Bypass oil filter or full flow?

If bypass I'd find an old/original one.

If full flow I'd hide a modern spin on filter under the generator or behind an alternator.
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/full_pressure.htm
http://devestechnet.com/Images/Projects/FullFlowOil/CosmoGrigglg.jpg

Grigg

I just want something that's going to work well. Is the full flow the most effective?

Matt

Matt,

If you choose to go the full-flow route, you would have to do some modification to the block.
http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/full_pressure.htm

The by-pass filter system works fine.

Jim Carter sells a by-pass filter "head" that uses a spin-on filter.

If you want an original-style by-pass filter, post a want-ad in the Swap Meet (or, ask Jim Carter if they have a used one - you might as well ask if the have a 1954-style used one).

http://www.stovebolt.com/techtips/engines/oil%20filters/index.html

I'm happy with my bypass filter. They're easy to install and look good up there.

Sounds like the by pass is the easiest way to go. Is there much to modify to get it installed?

Matt

Here is the instructions for the install: http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/miscellaneous/oilcanister.htm
Should have every thing you need. The filter was a Dealer installed Accessory.

The filter was actually a Regular Production Option installed at the factory.

HOWEVER, it could be purchased as a GM part by the dealer or the owner. Other brands of by-pass oil filters were also readily available (Fram, Western Auto, Sears, J C Whitney, etc) - these could be bought and installed by the dealer or owner or auto repair shop.

If you buy a used filter and need lines, buy the longest lines available in set from many vendors: Jim Carter, Classic Parts (Trucks), Chevs of the 40s, etc. Some vendors sell lines that are not quite long enough for some of the by-pass filters.

Thanks guys for the information. I am going to try and locate one. Hopefully they aren't too pricey.

Matt

Its easy to do a spin on filter and stay bypass. Fram PB50 has the small bypass orifice.

Matt,

I have a correct 1953-1954 oil filter canister and block fittings for a 235. It even has the original oil lines (for reference to make new ones).