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Old Sep 23, 2003 | 05:52 AM
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Oil filter for break in period?

This is just a simple filter question that couldn't exactly be answered via a search. I did a few internal engine mods and next weekend I will be firing her up for the first time in almost 3 months. Is there an oil filter that would be best for the break in period? I picked up two Fram filters since they are cheap and I will be changing the oil after 30 minutes and then 250 miles. I always use Mobile 1 filters but since they are going to be changed out so rapidly I figured I would save a few $$ and get the Frams. Should I use a filter w/ the anti drawback valve (or whatever it's called) and if so, what's the best filter has that feature?
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Old Sep 23, 2003 | 09:35 AM
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Re: Oil filter for break in period?

Originally posted by URAPNES
This is just a simple filter question that couldn't exactly be answered via a search. I did a few internal engine mods and next weekend I will be firing her up for the first time in almost 3 months. Is there an oil filter that would be best for the break in period? I picked up two Fram filters since they are cheap and I will be changing the oil after 30 minutes and then 250 miles. I always use Mobile 1 filters but since they are going to be changed out so rapidly I figured I would save a few $$ and get the Frams. Should I use a filter w/ the anti drawback valve (or whatever it's called) and if so, what's the best filter has that feature?
TIA
I would not worry about it too much. I think you are on the right track, I used 2 filters too for the break in period.

After the motor ran for about 20-25 Mintues I pulled the filter off and changed the oil too.

Then after 500 Miles I replaced it with a new filter and oil again.

Besure to use convential Dyno Oil in your break in period. I was told by my engine builder that convential oil works best to break a motor in.

Hope that helps,
Claude
Old Sep 23, 2003 | 12:27 PM
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That's what I did. 2 Fram filters and some cheap dino oil. Then back to a good filter/synthetic.
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