Alfa156Melb 9 Report post Posted August 27, 2012 After changing my oil and filter last night I came across a small complication that I hope you might be able to clear up Smaky... My car is a 2003 JTS, but last last year I replaced the motor with a post 2004 jts. When I ordered the oil filter from EB Spares, they only provided one option for JTS filters so I ordered that, along with providing my chassis number (which of course, would not have reflected the fact i have a later motor fitted.) Anyway, whilst the new filter fits fine, its much smaller than the one that came off.... In other forums, some have discussed this, but I couldn't find a definitive answer on whether they are compatible.. Can you confirm they are, or not please? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smaky 73 Report post Posted August 28, 2012 The official filter to be used on the JTS is about 2/3 the hieght of that used on the twinny/v6, but there is no problem using either on either engine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfa156Melb 9 Report post Posted August 28, 2012 Ah so it's what ever the last mechanic felt like using.. is there an advantage going with the larger filter? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smaky 73 Report post Posted August 29, 2012 Nope, the smaller filter is better as there is more clearance from the exhaust so things are a lottle cooler. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfa156Melb 9 Report post Posted August 29, 2012 Ok, cool thanks.. One thing i notice with my car is the oil never seems to get hot.. I rarely drive it hard though, and its a bloody cold winter.. But I can literally lick the oil off the dip stick after a long drive.. it wouldn't burn my tongue. Feels warm (at a guess, 50 degrees c) to the touch. This is bugged me for awhile now, 10w60 is thick afterall, and i want flow.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites