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Short Vs Long filter?
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:17 pm
by Merlin
I always buy my HAMP oil filters in bulk. Shopping for some more I notced that you can get long or short filters. What is the difference? Obviously one is longer but other than that?
I have always used the short ones and get them for ~£50 for 6. H-Tune sell individual filters, £7.99 long and £11.49 short.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:20 pm
by h10ndr
The long filters are identical in shape to the new std Honda filter design. The "shorty" filter is supposed to be the preferred one used by the tuners. The shorty is supposed to improve your oil pressure slightly.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:22 pm
by NafemanNathan
It's just an age related thing. Can't remember the details exactly, but I think it was during the 80's they switched from long to short.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:30 pm
by Merlin
Ahh! Seaching HAMP and oil pressure I found this blurb:
http://jdmaster.net wrote:HAMP Synergy are aftermarket products designed by Honda and are a step up from the “Honda Original Parts” products. They are not meant to compete with racing products, however, these pieces are quality and are used by some of top Japanese race teams such as Spoon. The HAMP oil filter can be used on any Honda, but was specifically designed for use with the VTEC and iVTEC cars in mind. Features include a unique release valve that dynamically adjusts to the conditions within the filter to keep the oil flow and pressure constant. The HAMP oil filter will last longer and filter better than any of the oil filters currently on the market.
The SHORTIE versions as used by some of top Japanese race teams such as Spoon. They are known for increasing oil pressure by 3-4psi.
http://jdmaster.net/product/jdm-honda-h ... -versions/
I think I'll stick with the shortie then
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:54 pm
by nucleustylzlude
Also I remember once I added a sandwich plate, to get the thread in on mine, the space get very tight with the longer filter. Took a little persuasion. I have a shorty now, much easier to fit and the slightly extra oil pressure.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 2:56 pm
by Merlin
^^ Damn thats true, I didnt think of that. I am getting a sandwich plate for an oil cooler.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 3:38 pm
by BMCC
If you are getting a sandwich plate get the shorter filter as it will be much easier to fit!
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 5:06 pm
by RattyMcClelland
Long filter and a Type S = No chance...as the intake manifold is in the way unless short and its too much of a stretch below.
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 6:00 pm
by Dino
Blueprint do a short filter also. Placed back to back with a HAMP filter is almost identical
Posted: Tue Nov 20, 2012 6:01 pm
by Dino
And a only about £6 a filter.
Cant remember part no off the top of my head.
Should be one attached to my engine Alaistair