Oil Filter struggle and remote filter kit install

[Wild one]

So I can remove just the lines and swap them? I may need to remove the filter just to make it easier to swap the lines. Should this be a problem or will you recommend draining the oil out completely

You'll be okay with just swapping the 2 hoses on the remote filter mount,no need to remove filter,unless it will make the job easier.

 

[GIJoe2010]

Clamp them with vice grips or you will have a mess. And swap them at the relocation point, as it’s easy to access.

 

[Chief_6.7]

Is putting a tack weld overkill for the filter mount. I tapped the frame and used lock tite on the threads. Last thing I want is it coming looks from the frame due to vibration.

 

[Wild one]

Is putting a tack weld overkill for the filter mount. I tapped the frame and used lock tite on the threads. Last thing I want is it coming looks from the frame due to vibration.

It'd be almost impossible to get a tack weld to stick to the pot metal the remote mount is made of. I drilled and tapped mine same as you,and it's been hanging off my frame for 2 years now,and is still tight,lol. Give it a wiggle on each oil change,if it starts to give you trouble,i'd worry about it then,but till then I wouldn't worry about it to much. Just for ***** and giggles,the bumper is bolted on,do you worry about it falling off,just giving you a hard time Chief,lol

 

[Bowhunter66]

Preferably you want the remote filter below the original filter to prevent oil drainback,and the frame is a great place to mount the remote mount

I was under the impression the filter had a drain back valve

 

[Wild one]

I was under the impression the filter had a drain back valve

The hoses hold oil to,not just the filter,lol

 

[Bowhunter66]

The hoses hold oil to,not just the filter,lol

Good point

 

[Chief_6.7]

It'd be almost impossible to get a tack weld to stick to the pot metal the remote mount is made of. I drilled and tapped mine same as you,and it's been hanging off my frame for 2 years now,and is still tight,lol. Give it a wiggle on each oil change,if it starts to give you trouble,i'd worry about it then,but till then I wouldn't worry about it to much. Just for ***** and giggles,the bumper is bolted on,do you worry about it falling off,just giving you a hard time Chief,lol

Lol...... jokes on you cause I tack welded the bumper too












J/k thanks brotha

 

[Chief_6.7]

Should have updated a while back but I got everything buttoned up and working properly thanks to everyone on this forum. This was my first oil change in my truck it’s a 2017 with 6K on it. I ended up using royal purple 5W-30 along with a fram tuff guard filter (TG16). I used Russell fittings and Russell stainless braided line for my project. Yes this is pricey but well worth the investment. I’m also using a fumoto 106N oil valve. My next oil change will be a mess free breeze. I went with fram simply because I was at wal mart and didn’t want to go anywhere else. I may change it up next time.

 

[Bowhunter66]

Should have updated a while back but I got everything buttoned up and working properly thanks to everyone on this forum. This was my first oil change in my truck it’s a 2017 with 6K on it. I ended up using royal purple 5W-30 along with a fram tuff guard filter (TG16). I used Russell fittings and Russell stainless braided line for my project. Yes this is pricey but well worth the investment. I’m also using a fumoto 106N oil valve. My next oil change will be a mess free breeze. I went with fram simply because I was at wal mart and didn’t want to go anywhere else. I may change it up next time.

Yeah Im undecided on the Fumoto or the https://www.valvomax.com/ The valvo is way behind in making them he's an USAF guy with a good idea. I like the design better. Scotty Kilmer on YT recommends them.

 

[Chief_6.7]

Yeah Im undecided on the Fumoto or the https://www.valvomax.com/ The valvo is way behind in making them he's an USAF guy with a good idea. I like the design better. Scotty Kilmer on YT recommends them.

Not a bad idea....... definitely something to look into if my fumoto ever gives me problems.

 

[tator2k]

I just installed the Trans-Dapt kit and Fumoto. Now I see why everyone wants to go with the AN fittings. Getting the brass nipples and hoses in there without a kink was a pain in the butt. Mounted the filter just behind the tow hook mount on the frame. I also got the Fumoto with the elbow and cap, instead of straight through. This should help it pour more straight down.

 

[GIJoe2010]

Measure twice, measure two more times, and recheck and measure twice more then cut the provided oil lines.

Or just go AN.

 

[18ram18]

Haven't performed an oil change yet, but scoped out the location of the filter. Looks like a filter wrench coming from the front under some hoses with a zip lock to catch the oil would work. Is it really that difficult to change after you get the OEM filter loosened?

 

[R.L.K.]

Haven't performed an oil change yet, but scoped out the location of the filter. Looks like a filter wrench coming from the front under some hoses with a zip lock to catch the oil would work. Is it really that difficult to change after you get the OEM filter loosened?

I think the remote filter is cool , but I've never had an issue with the filter location on my 14Ram 5.7L.
I just use a 1qt plastic container( paint Dept at Lowe's) to catch the oil and I've never spilled a drop.

I drive up on ramps and approach from the front , lay a couple rags down break the filter loose by hand then put the container in place , loosen the filter a bit so it drains in the cup then spin it off and let it fall in the cup and finish draining .

Hope this helps !

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[18ram18]

Yeah that was my plan......just using a bag instead of the plastic container.

 

[chrisbh17]

I tried the bag but couldnt get the bag back out without dumping some (most) of the oil.

Next time I will try the paint container instead.

 

[R.L.K.]

I tried the bag but couldnt get the bag back out without dumping some (most) of the oil.

Next time I will try the paint container instead.

Works like a champ ...you won't spill a drop !

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[Riccochet]

On these relo kits, can you not mount the filter horizontally? Seems like that would make more sense, and less mess when taking the filter off. I'm not a fan of vertical filters, unless it's a cartridge style removed from the top.

 

[R.L.K.]

On these relo kits, can you not mount the filter horizontally? Seems like that would make more sense, and less mess when taking the filter off. I'm not a fan of vertical filters, unless it's a cartridge style removed from the top.

Horizontal filters make more mess because the oil comes out of the filter as well .
When I was a kid I worked at an oil & tire change shop and I hated the horizontal filters .

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