[Healeys] Wix 51516XP oil filter

[Bob Spidell]

I checked my Wix filters; they're 'Made in USA.' Hopefully, I have a 
lifetime supply.


On 11/7/2022 6:55 AM, Bob Spidell wrote:
> re: '... now made in China'
>
> Disappointing. Now I'll have to check the 9-51516s I have sitting on 
> the shelf, bought years ago. Also got enough Valvoline VR-1 Racing oil 
> for 9 changes (plus extra I donate to my driveways).
>
> re: '... The XP states it is "Designed For Full Synthetic Oils...”'
>
> Means basically nothing, just jumping on the 'synthetic anything is 
> better' bandwagon (see: Castrol 'Synthetic' brake fluid). I think the 
> XP has a higher burst pressure, and it might flow a bit better than 
> 'std,' but not much value for a street car.
>
> re: "... Just question if there is a problem using with heavy 20-50 
> dino oil?"
>
> Nope. Been using it (various brands) for 150K miles or so in two Healeys.
>
> re: "... Any problems with using for a couple of oil changes instead 
> of replacing with every oil change"
>
> This is what's known as a 'false economy.' Not that it matters a 
> /whole/ lot, but you'll leave a pint or so of old, dirty oil in the 
> filter to mix with your nice, clean new dino oil. You're up on 
> jackstands, or ramps or, if you're really fortunate, a lift; why not 
> take 5min to put on a fresh filter? For just a few bucks more you can 
> do the job properly.
>
>
>
> On 11/7/2022 4:08 AM, Warren Dietz via Healeys wrote:
>>
>> I have been using Wix filter 51516 for some time until I discovered 
>> it is now made in China. So
>>
>> I switched to the Wix 51516XP which is still made in USA. The XP 
>> states it is "Designed For Full Synthetic Oils”
>>
>> And “Longer Service Intervals” of todays vehicles.
>>
>> Just question if there is a problem using with heavy 20-50 dino oil? 
>> Haven’t noticed any difference with oil pressure.
>>
>> Any problems with using for a couple of oil changes instead of 
>> replacing with every oil change, which is once a season
>>
>> and under 2000 mi. for me?
>>
>> Have used other filters of same size requirement such as Mobil 1, K&N 
>> etc. All with no discernable problem.
>>
>> https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/xp/filters/engine-oil-filter/80c2d8dbb188/wix-xp-oil-filter/wixx/51516xp
>>
>>
>>   About this item Wix 51516 (on Amazon)
>>
>> ·Package Dimensions: 13.462 H x 9.398 L x 8.89 W (centimetres)
>>
>> ·Package Weight: 0.699 pounds
>>
>> ·Fit type: Vehicle Specific
>>
>> ·*Country of Origin : China***
>>
>> Sent from Mail <https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986> for 
>> Windows
>>
>>
>
>
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