Prefered Oil filter for an F2

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4 left in my stash for use between my 40 and my 80. Question is which really needs it?
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Purolater L30001 fits the 2F. They were discontinued across the brand for what ever reason and I found them at Wally-world for $2 each and got the last six they had.
 
vt0u812 said:
So I'm sure some will say "the cheapest one that fits" - but I'm curious what some think about an appropriate brand for the conditions.
I'm looking @ bosch - Fram - wix.... Seems like the Toyota one is shorter now (not sure if some still only stick with this one regardless?)
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If not OEM Toyota, then a WIX. Stay away from Fram- they aren't made like they used to be, and are prone to leaks, failure, and crappy filtering media. Waddya expect for a $1 wholesale cost?
 
If you read the thread I had linked above ALL of this has been thrashed out at length.... this thread is essentially duplicating everything people said there.
 
Let them thrash it out. Maybe something new will come out of it, if not its no loss. If it bothers you don't click on the thread.
 
My .02 - I always enjoy discussions & debates of which options are better for specific parts & pieces concerning our mechanical "toys" and tools. Personally, I like to err on the side of "overkill" when I have a choice. Being a longtime "gearhead", when I was campaigning my supercharged drag bike, I used to revel in going the extra mile (inch?) for every damn little thing I did to it, knowing that the sum of all the actions, was going to add up to a (slightly) superior result. That includes using top-shelf filters and lubes. Some here have said the 40s are barely more than "street-legal tractors", but that doesn't mean you shouldn't bestow some exacting "love" upon your machine, If you WANT to. Taking time, and spending more $ to get something a fraction better than what would probably be passable is part of the "fun" of owning an icon. yeah, .02...
 
Overkill probably makes them last.....................and yes they are icons!!!!
 
Spike Strip said:
The Wix 51773 is prolly the 'best' filter (10 micron filtration vs. 30u for stock) but it is quite tall vs. stock.

Baldwin / Hastings make equivalent filters to the 51773.

But really, for a 2F, any top-tier filter (Bosch, Wix, Purolator, Denso, Motorcraft, etc.) will be fine. More important is proper zddp level oil and frequent changes.
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Why the big tall filter?
 
I guess you don't really, but the oil capacity in 2Fs is part of the engine cooling system. More oil, more heat removed from the engine, and again, better filtration.

But all that aside, I run the normal size filter now as the tall one is a PITA
 
I like the big tall oil filter as well, more oil is better.
Was in a store that carried Donaldson filters the other day, asked if they had one for a 2F...looks just like a Napa 1773
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