Someone asked a few weeks ago about oil filter clearance with new headers. The smaller filter I use is a WIX #51042. It is over one inch shorter than the standard filter, and keeps adequate clearance from the collector area of the headers.

I'm one my third one now and have had no "implosion" issues with the brand.

Thanks Nash. I was the one inquiring. I cannot WIX filters up here in Canada, . I heard that Napa might be the same but I wonder if their part numbers are the same. Could I trouble you to send me 2 or 3?? I heard WIX are good filters.

It would be no problem for me to send you 2-3 filters. PM me with mailing address.

Nice sound-effects there Jim!!

Zims, sending three in the mail to you via USPS in the morning. Start collecting some of your Canadian funny money to send back once you receive the package.

I'll add your specimens to our family collection of world-wide money from places we've been over the years. Big glass ball on the coffee table, makes a great conversation piece.

Zims, glad the package made it through your Mounties, my friend! Got a confirmation this morning.

NAPA Silver part #210472. I've been running this little oil filter on my 455 bird w/ headers for almost 6 years and no problems.

I hope this helps

Vic, I hope you've changed it at least once. lol

I use a PF61 AC delco filter. It is smaller in diameter and clears my transmission cooler lines and long branch manifolds with ease.