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I did not have any issues with the plastic OEM cap, and these metal replacements weren't on my radar. Props to AZGS4 for recommending and bringing to my attention a couple of months ago.
I went with the Dorman aluminum oil filter cap and installed it today and also had a chance to use, for the first time, my Daytona 3 Ton Long Reach Low Profile Jack (short review at bottom) that I picked up last month from Harbor Freight. The Dorman swap was simple and straightforward, just removed the short filter holder/center tube that came already installed and swapped it for the middle-length one (they easily snap in/out as they are just held in by their own tension). The small o-ring for the drain spout bolt is included but not the larger one for the cap itself.
Side by side comparison:
I did place the o-ring on the cap and some oil on it and the threads before installing. After installing, I placed a shop towel around the cap area to make it easier to verify if there were any leaks. After lowering the car, I ran the engine for about 5 minutes, shut her down, raised her back up, and checked for leaks. She looks good to go....no leaks, no runs, no errors.
Went for a short drive, and it feels like I picked up a few HP! <BFG> Rechecked and no leaks detected.
The Daytona jack worked out well, and cranked easily. The reach is just shy of 7-1/2 in. more than the Craftsman. Each crank raises it significantly more than the Craftsman, and I really like the foot pedal option.
What was the reason for replacing the plastic housing? Was it leaking? Did it have any issues?
No leaks or issues whatsoever. Since the plan is to keep this car for as long as possible, I just prefer to be proactive when feasible and consider this a worthwhile and inexpensive investment. Also, as this is more or less a secondary vehicle for me, it's easier to plan projects and search for, acquire, and on the rare occasion maybe even make, or have made, parts for it.
The new filter housing looks good lwphat66. Is the foot pedal option on the Daytona jack just an additional way to pump the jack versus the handle or does it raise it quicker at bigger increments? I think its the former, but just checking. My jack doesn't have a foot pedal and sometimes I wish I could raise it up in bigger and quicker increments than the handle provides.
The new filter housing looks good lwphat66. Is the foot pedal option on the Daytona jack just an additional way to pump the jack versus the handle or does it raise it quicker at bigger increments? I think its the former, but just checking. My jack doesn't have a foot pedal and sometimes I wish I could raise it up in bigger and quicker increments than the handle provides.
The foot pedal is actually the main lever, as it directly contacts the pistons. So either way will raise it to the full height of about 24.25 inches, and mine took about 6.5 cranks to get it there.
I got an Arcan floor jack, I really like it. Due to aluminum body, it gets no rust.
Yep, those are very nice, and one of the best things about them is they weigh a lot less than all steel jacks. My friend has an all aluminum 3 ton Arcan that he carries in his truck bed; I think it weighs between 50-60lbs. Believe it or not, my 3 ton Craftsman in the pic with the Daytona is over 20 years old and doesn't have any rust on it. It's been a reliable workhorse over the years and now will be semi-retired to complement the Daytona and be used for axles, steering racks, etc.
02-04-21, 01:23 PM
Dorman 917-016CD Oil Filter Cap Install & Review
