Posted by Dan E. [173.9.49.14] on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 12:43:56 :
In Reply to: oil filter headache posted by Fred on Whidbey [24.143.111.139] on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 12:09:57 :
If it is a relocation filter setup with two hoses, they may be reversed. Some spin on filters have a built in check valve that only lets the oil go one way, so it doesn't drain down when it sits. The check valve might also be part of the head that the filter screws onto.
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