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Killer deal on 12/71 oil filters.

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Thanks for the link. Just ordered a box
 
Thank you for the lead. I have purchased a box too. Even with air freight to Sydney, this is a really good deal.
 
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year old filters at LESS THAN $10/per, all day, everyday. He only had 8 cases left before the two gentleman above snagged theirs. Ensure you know what you're getting, these are extended life filters which are about 1" longer than the LF3333/wix 51970/napa 1970. I had to loosen the port side dip stick to get the top filter on but it bolted right back up with no changes in it's original form.
 
Got mine today. Fast shipping and they appear to be a correct fit. I am not due for an oil change anytime soon but if they fit this is a great deal. I usually pay $100 for the four I need for a change by the time you add shipping.
 
So, anybody really spun them on a 12V71? No issues?
I'm a DDC and Wix (NAPA) fan. Never a FleetGuard fan except on Cummins stuff.
Even then, used Wix (NAPA) filters when the customer did not spec FleetGuard.
 
Captain Ralph said:
So, anybody really spun them on a 12V71? No issues?
I'm a DDC and Wix (NAPA) fan. Never a FleetGuard fan except on Cummins stuff.
Even then, used Wix (NAPA) filters when the customer did not spec FleetGuard.
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Apparently the OP has per his reply above. I am pretty sure my dipsticks are more toward the aft of the engine but you would think they are located the same on all 12-71's
 
Longer filters would definitely not worked on my old 6v92s. I used the napa 1970s and could barely get the filter wrench to fit under it in my 79 43c.
 
Well, I guess any 1 1/2" x 12 pipe pattern, oil filter could work.

There must be 6 or more oil dip configurations on a 12V71. Every location requires a different tube and dip (length).

Good wishes to those who purchased a filter not designed for ole strait W DDCs.
 
Captain Ralph said:
Well, I guess any 1 1/2" x 12 pipe pattern, oil filter could work.

There must be 6 or more oil dip configurations on a 12V71. Every location requires a different tube and dip (length).

Good wishes to those who purchased a filter not designed for ole strait W DDCs.
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the dipsticks on my 71's are BOTH inboard so the starboard filters installed easily. Port was just as easy with a 2 minute set back to unbolt the dipstick, install the top filter and bolt back up. I'm not sure how you can say these aren't designed for "ole strait W DDC's", when the only difference from the LF3333 (I guess your "standard fleetguard") is the extended length which equates to more filtering. I guess some of us like to think outside the box with these old girls, especially when it benefits your wallet and the vessel
 
Bob Bradley said:
Longer filters would definitely not worked on my old 6v92s. I used the napa 1970s and could barely get the filter wrench to fit under it in my 79 43c.
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I use oil filter plyers vs a wrench, super easy
 
ageless said:
I'm not sure how you can say these aren't designed for "ole strait W DDC's",
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DDC offers about a half dozen 1 1/2" x 12 pipe thread oil filers them selves.
Manufactured with different media, different filtering properties and can handle different API & weights of oil.
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The fleet guard filter is made for 4 stroke engines with a different API oil & weight.
I can not find a application for 2 stroke Detroits for this filter.

I'm all in for saving money on our boats.
I'll stay in my box on this option.
 
I am in Jupiter and realized I only brought (2) oil filters and it's time for a change. The ebay seller had 1 case left so, why not, spent $95 shipped for another case. If there's anyone around the Jupiter area that needs/wants filters I'd be willing to sell half the case for $50.
 
LOL--still have 1/2 case if anyones interested $50 +SHIPPING. I am now residing in Palm coast, Fl.
 
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