Can I change oil filter size? - G35Driver - Infiniti G35 & G37 Forum Discussion

Sep 9, 2007 | 02:23 PM

bruuster

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Can I change oil filter size?

I just changed my oil myself (the removal of the plastic rock guard is a pain about 12 bolts

) and noticed that the oil filter is extremely small. Can I change to a larger one if the threads fit? there seems to be enough space there.

Bruce

Sep 9, 2007 | 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by bruuster

I just changed my oil myself (the removal of the plastic rock guard is a pain about 12 bolts

) and noticed that the oil filter is extremely small. Can I change to a larger one if the threads fit? there seems to be enough space there.

Bruce

I am going to say yes - i have done it multiple times. I think i used a oil filter from a 4.0L VQ pathfinder and it is a little bit bigger. You will just have to put in that much more oil.

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Sep 10, 2007 | 10:39 AM

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If it fits, then go for it.

Sep 10, 2007 | 02:55 PM

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The only problem you may run into is the pressure it takes for the bypass valve. If it is higher than the smaller filter you could have a problem if it's needed.