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dnulnoj
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Oct 09, 2014

OIl Filter 2007 Four Winds Chevy Chassis(2006 Vortec)

I need to find the right oil filter, but I am having a hard time identifying my engine, or to match it up with the books at the auto parts store.

Any insight to find this info would be great.

Jonathan

*Edit - I found that it is a Chevy Workhorse Chassis 6.0L Vortec, but still does me no help.

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  • To go along with my Mobil 1 Filter I use Mobil 1 5W-30 As per OEM Specs.
    I get it At Walmart, that is the cheapest price around here.

    Get the 5 Qt. bottle plus a 1Qt bottle, It takes 6Qts for a filter and oil change.
  • Thank you for the input :)

    Ok, what type oil do you recommend now? Anything fancy, or just standard weight?
  • dnulnoj wrote:
    Thank you for quick response....why would I want a 1qt over a 1/2qt?
    The 1/2 qt is OEM standard. Adding the larger size requires additional oil. I know of no practical reason for the larger one.

    Or do I physically have to see what current filter I have? No; either will fit.

    RV is up in storage, so not accessible right now :(
  • I use the Mobil 1 Filter on my 2006 Chevy 6.0 Vortec for max protection.

    I also found that This Tool is very helpful in removing the filter because of it's simi recessed position, it makes it much easier to remove.
  • j-d's avatar
    j-d
    Explorer II
    Larger filter can offer more filtration surface.

    More oil can marginally improve oil life and reduce oil temperature. No reason not to use the big one unless it just won't fit. For example, our older Chevy boat engine, a 5.7, is installed in such a way I couldn't install or remove the larger filter.

    That said, it's probably an Old School approach to things. Modern engines, oil, and filters are all so good that trying to out-think the OEM engineer isn't all that necessary.
  • Thank you for quick response....why would I want a 1qt over a 1/2qt?

    Or do I physically have to see what current filter I have?

    RV is up in storage, so not accessible right now :(
  • Fram; 1/2 qt. PH8873, 1 qt. PH9100
    WIX, 1/2 qt. 51099, 1 qt. 51060
    NAPA filters are made by WIX