Scotty,
I live in minnesota and drive a 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Changing the oil is a hassle with the cartridge style oil filter. and I change often myself.
what do you think about a spin on conversion like this one?
https://baxterperformanceusa.com/product/ts-101-bk-cartridge-to-spin-on-adapter/
Why not ? Eliminate the mess and gain a anti-drainback valve. Maybe find another manufacturer that is less expensive...
In my opinion, just leave it the way it is. They designed it that way for a reason.
I’m not disagreeing with you, but can you give some data to expound?
@ryanminnesota
Well what kind of data? Like efficiency? Or flow? I'm not saying that the cartridge filter design is better than the spin-on filter. I'm not comparing the two designs, I'm just saying that it's not worth going through the extra work of installing the spin-on housing. It's more of a preference honestly. I personally like the cartridge filters, they're kind of cute lol. But if you really like the spin-on filters, then by all means go ahead and do the conversion! Good luck.
That’s funny! Yes they are cute.... but since I change my own oil, and do so 3-4 times a year cause I drive old cars, the cartridge, cover valve, multiple o rings, create a big mess, and makes it take longer. I would happily spend 200 bucks to make the process easier (not to mention spin on filters I can find for 3 dollars compared to 10-20 for cartridges).
Any more tips ? I’m a noob
@ryanminnesota
Yes, I do agree that they are very messy to deal with. The filter drips oil everywhere when you pull it out and there are like 2-3 o-rings to replace before putting it back in. I've never really found a better way to make the process "less" messy. But here's the thing, that conversion kit basically screws into the housing with an o-ring as well just like the original cover that screws in. I'm wondering if that o-ring on the conversion housing needs to be replaced every once in a while to prevent oil leaks? That may be something to consider.
I would just leave it, potential problems from a conversion kit isn't worth it.
Any idea what kind of issues it might cause?
I’m a noob...
leaks
I don't bother with the drain valve. I just pull the old one off with the oil still in it since mine is inverted. Usually don't spill a drop and only have to deal with one o ring. Walmart sells the Toyota OEM filters for about 7 bucks.
I did this on a motorcycle years ago and it was game changing for my oil changes. $200 seems spendy... but I don't know that market. Cost benefit, I would say is just convenience. If you want a different filter type then buy the conversion. I really liked it and would do it again.
According to Scotty (7:38) it is not bad idea. Even my Auris has a cartridge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mfx21wWKzo
