Mod Amsoil Bypass Syst to Use Fleetguard Stratapore

[Wiredawg]

I'm pretty sure I'm not the first to want to modify my Amsoil Oil Bypass syst on my 2002 to use a Fleetguard Stratapore LF3894. Looks simple enough to replace the threaded primary filter adapter in the bypass mounting for one that will work with the LF3894. I figure I can save the trouble of taking it off and going to a hardware store or auto parts dealer to get matched.



Reason for making the change is cost and availability. I'm not sure when it comes to primary oil filtering that the Amsoil is better than the Fleetguard.



I'm most focused on hearing the adapter solution, but am also happy to hear opinions on the matter as well.



Thanks,



Wiredawg

 

[AH64ID]

I don't think it will be cost effective... . The amsoil filters absolute at 15 microns, and are rated for 25K, which is reasonable with your bypass, and the Stratapores are 25 microns absolute. .

So you do get better filtration and longer service life.

As far as availability you still have to get amsoil oil (assume thats what your using), and the bypass filter... so your not saving anything there... Unless you drive an insane amount of miles you can probably get by on a 6 month preferred membership for $10 and save more than that on the oil/filter order... .

I just think it would be a lot of hassle for less filtration...

 

[p-Bar]

I had my friend who own's a machine shop turn some dbl threaded pieces so I could use a fleetguard filter. P. M. me

Don

 

[Wiredawg]

John,



Thanks for the explanation... I wasn't aware of the differences between the Stratopore and the Amsoil primary filters. Since there is a significant filtering capability of the Amsoil over the Stratoprore, I believe I will stick with the Amsoil.



P-Bar: Thanks for hitting me back on the mod... based on more info, I will continue to use Amsoil filters.



Thank you both for the info. Have a great one.



Wiredawg

 

[AH64ID]

no problem, glad to provide some info.

 

[p-Bar]

Does Cummins certify amsoil filters for use ? curious ,I am using their bypass filter

 

[AH64ID]

Does Cummins certify amsoil filters for use ? curious ,I am using their bypass filter

They are not on the approved list, but they are also not the most common oil filter in the country, thou they are the best.

 

[p-Bar]

Just don't understand why Amsoil won't get the SAE and API testing done. We all know it's great stuff.

 

[amsoilman]

Just don't understand why Amsoil won't get the SAE and API testing done. We all know it's great stuff.

As far as the SAE and API Testing is concerned, the Oils Amsoil fomulates are tested using the criteria required by the API and SAE, as well as the Manufacturers requirements. However, they only "License" a few of their oils, like the Heavy Duty Diesel "Synthetic Blend" (PCO) 15W-40 and their XL line of motor oils, which are primarily designed for the Quick lube market, and are not PAO based oils.



It has to do with the Costs of "Licensing" ($750,000-$1,000,000 for the current CJ formulas), for a "Single" Formulation, and once that formula has been licensed, it then costs $1,250. 00 per year, and there is also a "Royalty" fee per Gallon sold for ALL gallons sold over one million. The length of time between new specifications is now approximately two to three years, which does not allow a great deal of time to recover testing costs.



You can read more about this at:AMSOIL - Synthetic Oil, Motor and Engine Oil, Lubricants, Air Filters, Oil Filters and Greases





Wayne