Huicho417
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I was doing some work on my 318 and came to the realization of how close the oil filter is to the passenger side header. By logic I would think that this may be heating up the oil beyond what it should be. Would this result in oil pressure drop? I have noticed on long runs on the highway it starts at 65 and drops to 40 psi.
As to possible solutions I have seen some relocate the oil filter or simply add a heat shield wrap. What is the better option? It is kind of a pain when changing the oil filter because I have to snake my hand in to remove it.
As to possible solutions I have seen some relocate the oil filter or simply add a heat shield wrap. What is the better option? It is kind of a pain when changing the oil filter because I have to snake my hand in to remove it.