Baxter Performance spin on filter adapter

[CCS86]

That start-up clatter you describe sounds like a cam phaser issue.

Maybe. It's not dramatic. But, I can definitely hear a difference in noise that maps to the time period where logs show very low oil pressure.

I'm still shocked that we can't all agree that the less time an engine spends running with low oil pressure, the better. This is a fundamental truth in my eyes. But welcome to the Internet, where supposed "locked in experts" will call that "idiotic".

http://imgur.com/a/IPIQ7q0

 

[Drweldin]

This video is what sold me on it: https://www.baxterperformanceusa.com/videos/ford-2-7-and-3-0-ecoboost-spin-on-adapter-introduction
It is expensive, but when you see it you'll understand why, it's really well made.I was a little skeptical about "not spilling a drop" of oil when you remove the filter, but it's true. Just hit it with 30 psi or so for a few seconds, and it's totally dry when you remove it. Best of all, changing the filter doesn't feel like an ordeal. Takes a fraction of the time, and is less stressful when you get rid of those stupid o-rings, etc. I'm a fan.

CCS86 - just listened to your video. That is definitely more noise than mine's ever made, but it sounds like "normal" valvetrain noise (not phasers) to me anyway...I would bet this adapter would help that alot if it concerns you.

 

[CCS86]

Before / after test:

 

[EDWYER]

I would buy one if not for the price.

 

[Drweldin]

CCS86 - Great video, appreciate seeing the data. That's pretty much what I was hoping/expecting to see even though I've got no way to capture it, I'm glad you do and took the time to do that. Agree w/all your commentary as well. Way more advantages than disadvantages.

One note on the 1/8 NPT plugs...make sure you check those. I followed the directions (against my better judgement) and only used oil on the threads. I wasn't shocked when they leaked. Ended up re-sealing with the good old Permatex high temp thread sealant.

 

[Wulfski747]

CCS86 - Great video, appreciate seeing the data. That's pretty much what I was hoping/expecting to see even though I've got no way to capture it, I'm glad you do and took the time to do that. Agree w/all your commentary as well. Way more advantages than disadvantages.

One note on the 1/8 NPT plugs...make sure you check those. I followed the directions (against my better judgement) and only used oil on the threads. I wasn't shocked when they leaked. Ended up re-sealing with the good old Permatex high temp thread sealant.

Just want to second that comment about the 1/8 NPT plugs and checking for leaks and seeps often. My Baxter adapter developed a slow leak on just one of the NPT plugs. I did not catch it until the oil change(drove roughly 4000 miles) where I found the undertray cover soaked and the bottom of the oil pan/ undercarriage coated with motor oil. The aggravating part was there was no obvious leaks/seeps in and around the adapter when the engine is cold before the first start of the day(which is when I would periodically check for any leaks) as all the oil would just drain to the bottom of the engine bay and oil pan after sitting off for 20 minutes. It was only obvious about 3-5 minutes after starting the engine and can see the slow leak develop right below the base of the adapter.

Uninstalled the adapter and put back the OEM cartridge filter for now. I reached out to Baxter Performance and they recommended using sealing tape on those NPT plugs. Hope this works. I am a little hesitant about using a thread locker like Permatex.

 

[EDWYER]

Just want to second that comment about the 1/8 NPT plugs and checking for leaks and seeps often. My Baxter adapter developed a slow leak on just one of the NPT plugs. I did not catch it until the oil change(drove roughly 4000 miles) where I found the undertray cover soaked and the bottom of the oil pan/ undercarriage coated with motor oil. The aggravating part was there was no obvious leaks/seeps in and around the adapter when the engine is cold before the first start of the day(which is when I would periodically check for any leaks) as all the oil would just drain to the bottom of the engine bay and oil pan after sitting off for 20 minutes. It was only obvious about 3-5 minutes after starting the engine and can see the slow leak develop right below the base of the adapter.

Uninstalled the adapter and put back the OEM cartridge filter for now. I reached out to Baxter Performance and they recommended using sealing tape on those NPT plugs. Hope this works. I am a little hesitant about using a thread locker like Permatex.

Wow, this mod is a hard pass for me.