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Discussion in '365 GT4 2+2/400/412' started by SouthJersey400i, Apr 14, 2010.

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  1. SouthJersey400i

    SouthJersey400i Formula 3

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    #1 SouthJersey400i, Apr 14, 2010
    I just bought two UFI oil filters. I have been using Baldwin filters in the past. Each UFI filter came with two sizes of copper washers taped to the bottom of the box. Do these filters need these washers to get the seal on the center boss? I can't see how you can tighten both against the rubber outer seal and also against a copper inner washer.

    Should I have been using one with the Baldwin filters?
    Ken
     
  2. Steve Magnusson

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    #2 Steve Magnusson, Apr 14, 2010
    AFAIK, no copper washer associated with the UFI or Baldwin oil filter installation itself. Most likely, the copper washers are for the oil drain plug, and were included by the Supplier as part of an "oil change kit" (and maybe different sizes provided for different models).
     
  3. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    #3 BigTex, Apr 14, 2010
    Surely the washers are for the drain plugs, I agree!
     
  4. SouthJersey400i

    SouthJersey400i Formula 3

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    #4 SouthJersey400i, Apr 14, 2010
    I feel better already....and it makes sense too.
    Ken
     
  5. Dla

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    #5 Dla, Apr 16, 2010
    Yep,,,driain plug. I have been using these filters for 10 years on my 308 and 328.
     

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