Oil Filter Interchangeability
 

Does anyone know the comparable Fram or other quality brand oil filter number that replaces the standard remote mounted Mercruiser oil filter? I have 330hp -454's and have been using the Mercruiser filters, but at 8 bucks a pop. I think the Frams are as good or better at half the price. Thanks.

Get the AC Delco ones.....i believe the number is PF35 if you want the synthetic one i think its the PF35L :D thats what i've been useing on my 454's

You can also use an AC Delco Pf1218 instead of the PF35 or PF35L. The 1218 has an anti-flowback valve in it.

Jason

anything that fits a big block Chevy.......

I run Fram HP4 racing filter but they also run 7- 9 dollars.

Fram
 

I think the Fram number is PH30?

DON'T DO IT.
Don't get FRAMS. Do a search on this subject, in the Tech Forum. You will see as many opinions as there are wolr religeons, and as much controversy.

I ONLY trust the Napa/Wix Racing Filter. Mobil 1 would be second.

Filter xref...
 

Besides the merc filter, I have used these on my 454mag, in order of preference...

Wix 51061
AC Delco pf35
fram ph13

I seem to show slightly better oil pressure with the wix, although it could just be my imagination.

I also have noted that motorcraft fl12 will work, but I haven't tried it personally.

This is purely ancedotal but usually I use purolator + or quakerstate QS13 (as it is a purolator inside just painted green and cheaper). So like I am buying mobil1 15-50 at wallymart and they have fram and I don't have a filter and don't wanna make another trip so i buy a FRAM PH13. Oil temp was 5 degrees hotter, 245 versus 240, on a long wot run,,several different days , so temp/humidity conditions. Switched back to a QS temp went back to 240. Maybe it had a slight restriction, maybe a general problem with all fram filters, maybe I just got a marginal filter, maybe my dog pee'ed in it when I wasn't looking :D but Im staying with QS .

DON'T USE A FRAM, they suck.
This may help:

Oil Filter
FYI:The thread type on the filter is 13/16-16.
Fram:PH5,PH13, HP4
Pureolator: L34631
Purolator Pure One: PL34631 (prefered)
AC: PF1218 AC Delco pf35, pf1218
Motorcraft: FL-12A
NAPA: 1060
Wix: 51060, 51061
K&N: HP3002 (prefered)
Amsoil: SDF-24
Hastings: LF279
Fleetguard: LF653
Mobil 1: M1-302 (prefered)

Baldwin Racing Filter is much Better product for your engine
 

Baldwin Filter B279

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Descriptions: Full-Flow Lube Spin-on

Notes: Can be used in racing applications.



Contains: Anti-Drainback Valve
20 PSID By-Pass Valve

Fits: Mercruiser Marine

Replaces: GMC 6438868


Thread: 13/16-16

O.D.: 3 11/16 (93.7)




Length: 5 11/32 (135.7)



I. Gskt.: G383-B







UPC: 7 91440 00341 5

If you have the room, I use an Amsoil EAO76, it's 7.87" tall. It is certainly more then $8, but I run Amsoil synthetic oil two seasons.

I use the Wix racing filter # 51060R They are $11.29 at the local Napa.

I have also read bad things about Fram.

HOLD EVERYTHING!....This thread is 9 years old....WTF?

Hey, sailheli, do you have some special interest in pushing "Baldwin Filters?" Just wondering....

Fram is the worst filter money can buy. When it comes to a filter, you get what you pay for!

some remote adpters use ford filters and not GM's

WIX is the best filter.

Would this list be the same for a 2001 mec 496ho thanks