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Seadweller · 10-10-2015, 07:16 AM

I like the idea of the LN Engineering spin on filter adapter, if anything from a simplicity perspective, but I do have some concern about the 100% no-bypass design. I've read where filter media has been crushed with this design (not specifically the LN engineering design, but rather no-bypass in general), which sent filter particles into the engine, not to mention filter failure.

I realize that the filters used in this design are "high flow," but what safety measure is available in a scenario where by-pass is required? It seems the only two options are the filter media gets crushed, and/or the filter itself fails catastrophically.

For the record, I'm not of the belief that Porsche engineers have made perfect decisions over the years, particularly as a prior owner of 911's/Carrera's. There are many, many aftermarket improvements that have bettered Porsche's original designs, so I don't accept Porsche engineering as the end-all.

Thoughts on the filter situation?

10-10-2015, 07:16 AM	#1
Seadweller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: St. Petersburg, Florida Posts: 345	100% No-Bypass Oil Filtration I like the idea of the LN Engineering spin on filter adapter, if anything from a simplicity perspective, but I do have some concern about the 100% no-bypass design. I've read where filter media has been crushed with this design (not specifically the LN engineering design, but rather no-bypass in general), which sent filter particles into the engine, not to mention filter failure. I realize that the filters used in this design are "high flow," but what safety measure is available in a scenario where by-pass is required? It seems the only two options are the filter media gets crushed, and/or the filter itself fails catastrophically. For the record, I'm not of the belief that Porsche engineers have made perfect decisions over the years, particularly as a prior owner of 911's/Carrera's. There are many, many aftermarket improvements that have bettered Porsche's original designs, so I don't accept Porsche engineering as the end-all. Thoughts on the filter situation?