Inline Oil Filters

[BliarOut]

Does anyone know where I might be able to get a 1/2" (13mm ideally) inline oil filter? I want to clean the return fluid in my PAS system and they don't seem to be particularly commonplace.

[redgriff500]

Humour me - why would you want one ?

Unlike an engine the PAS is sealed therefore no dirt etc can get in.

[BliarOut]

I'm on my fourth rack rebuild! Speaking to the company yesterday they advised it as the Griff pump is steel running in cast iron and microscopic metallic particles at high temperature tend to damage the seals over time. I've also replaced all the hoses as a precautionary measure as these can break down and introduce foreign bodies into the system.

An oil filter is cheaper than a rack rebuild.

[RicksAlfas]

I don't know if any inline filters would cope with the pressure in a PAS system?
Maybe try talking to someone like Pirtek?

[BliarOut]

The filter will be in the return line so pressure isn't the issue it's flow rate. I considered a fuel filter, but as oil is more viscous I wanted something specifically designed for hydraulic systems.

Power Steering Tips Help and Advice

PROTECT THE INSTALLATION AND WARRANTY OF ALL POWER STEERING UNITS

FLUSH THE SYSTEM
Refer to owners manual or manufacturer's specifications to determine the proper fluid to be used in the power steering system and the rack and pinion unit. Use only recommended fluids.

Other steering components may retain residue from the old system and contaminate the new rack immediately, possibly voiding the warranty. If in doubt fit a inline filter to the return hose (low pressure pipe).

A leading cause of malfunctioning units is hose residue in the system. Hoses don't just "up and break". They deteriorate - they rot - they break away - they slough off bits and pieces of rubber residue, passing them into the system to plug up or gum up the valves and orifices in the Rack and Pinion unit.

[ThatPhilBrettGuy]

I'd ask a few JCB companies to see if there's anything small enough for that application.

[DanGPR]

How about some kind of magnet, attatched to the dipstick in the PAS reservoir?

Something like this: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?hl=en&r...

[redgriff500]

99% sure my friend uses what you need in Auto Transmissions.

When they have inaccessible filters he adds an inline one when he fits transmission coolers.

I'll ask him tomorrow.

[BliarOut]

redgriff500 said:

99% sure my friend uses what you need in Auto Transmissions.

When they have inaccessible filters he adds an inline one when he fits transmission coolers.

I'll ask him tomorrow.

Thanks, I believe he will know too I think a 1/2" Magnafine is what I want, but finding a UK stockist for a 1/2" one is proving a little tricky.

[done by a diesel]

hi look up merlin motor sports they do in line oil filters talk to them they are very helpfull.i think you could use a remote filter that they use on old escorts or home builds that need a filter out of the way

[Bugeyeandy]

This any good?

http://www.inlinefilters.co.uk/index.php?main_page...

[BliarOut]

Bit big I'm afraid, similar size to a spin on filter, I'm looking for something about 2" max.

[hiltonig]

one for Rob ,so what size did you get and where from ????