Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Installation of by-pass filter - question

[GMocanu]

I'm installing a single by-pass filter on a 2001. There is what looks to be a second port on top of the engine oil filter bracket right next to the port that feeds the oil to the turbo. It has a plug in it. My question is can I use it to feed the by-pass filter instead of using a tee at the oil pressure sending unit? That would be soooo much easier.

 

[Tom W]

Yep. that's where I hooked mine.



P. S. I don't know what hoses you have but I had some high pressure hydraulic hoses made up. Cost about $25 - $30 but gives me a little extra peace of mind.

 

[GMocanu]

Originally posted by Tom W

Yep. that's where I hooked mine.



P. S. I don't know what hoses you have but I had some high pressure hydraulic hoses made up. Cost about $25 - $30 but gives me a little extra peace of mind.

Awesome! That's going to be so much easier. Now I just have to figure out where to mount the thing. I'm thinking of making a bracket and connecting it to the battery bracket.



Amsoil provided 500 psi hoses. That should be fine.

 

[overfueled]

hoses

Tom I like your idea, about the high-pressure hydraulic hoses.



I will check this out.



I run the dual remote filter system Amsoil. It is set under the radiator



I never did like the hoses. OverFueled

 

[amsoilman]

If you go to my web page at www.1gr8oil.com you can see some installs using the passenger side battery as the mounting spot. I also utilize an inexpensive mount to mount it with. As far as the oil lines that come with the BMK-11 by-pass, they are more than adequate!



Wayne

amsoilman

 

[GMocanu]

Well it's in and working. With all of the hunting for parts and trying to figure out where and how to mount the filter it took me about 6 hrs to install the filter and change out the oil to Amsoil. Oh yea one more thing, that oil cap adapter is a PITA but I got it figured out and no dirt is going to get into the oil from the cap. If you've ever taken the cap apart you know what I'm talking about.



I mounted it at the battery. I mounted it so that by taking out the battery hold down bolt and disconnecting one oil line I can take out the whole assembly. This way I can change the filter without making a mess. I installed a shut-off at the engine so if there are any problems I can shut down the whole system and keep on going until I have time to fix it. I also install a very easy oil sample valve. Both valves are 1/4 turn.



Now I've got to change the rest of the fluids over to Amsoil.

 

[RoryTek]

Hey GM, here is my setup and I do have brackets for sale. Take a look at this post https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=68199