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Old 02-25-2007, 01:38 PM
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Do you guys think it's a good idea to use the longer 6.0L oil filter on a stock cubed LS1 car? Why?

I see guys saying they like the added capacity, but I'm not sure I like it sticking down below the oil pan where it's exposed just in case I'd accidentally hit something.
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For one thing most do not fall below the oil pan. The one that does is the K&N and it is only the nut on the bottom that is a bit lower than the oil pan.

Also, trust me when I say that if you bottom out enough to break off your oil filter that will be the least of your worries.

I do not think the capiacity of the filter matters that much but I like the increase in filter area of the larger filter.
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That plus you also get to use all 6 quarts of oil.
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Gotcha. I'll use the longer one next time.
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I just got me 4 from GM last week.
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I've been using the longer K&N hp2006 for almost 2 years with no problems. My exhaust is the only thing that's ever scraped, and my car is lowered. You don't need to worry unless you're offroading with your car.
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Originally Posted by Flawless02SS
I just got me 4 from GM last week.
Would anyone have the number for that filter? Thanks!
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The Mobil1 long filter I show as M1-206. The K&N long filter is 2006.

But even without the larger filter there have been a great multitude of folks here that use a full six quart change will no ill effects. 1/2 quart is going to kill anything.




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