ELEMENT OIL ASSEMBLY
Oil Filter Element Purolator Type
Replaceable element for oil bath housing
Replaceable oil filter element for the Purolator-type oil bath housing as used in WWII military jeeps. This element fits in the standard PO-6 filter housing on the right-hand side of the engine and provides effective filtration of the engine oil. Regular replacement according to the maintenance schedule is essential for optimal engine performance.
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Type Purolator vervangbaar filterelement |
Construction Filtermediaal in geperforeerde metalen cilinder |
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Application Olie-badje filtersysteem |
Diameter Circa 3 inch buitendiameter |
Features
- Perforated metal cylinder with central passage tube
- Replaceable element for oil bath housing
- Fits standard Purolator PO-6 housing
- Modern reproduction with synthetic filter media
- Central vertical passage tube for oil return
★ Modern reproduction of the original Purolator filter design. The filter element is manufactured with synthetic filter media offering longer service life and improved filtration compared to the original impregnated paper.
⚠ Important
- Ensure the oil bath always remains filled to the marking
- Replace the filter element regularly according to the maintenance schedule
- Check the element at every oil change for contamination
Application
This filter element fits the Purolator-type oil bath housing as mounted on the right-hand side of the L-134 Go Devil engine. Suitable for vehicles equipped with the standard American Purolator filter system.
Installation notes
The element is placed in the oil bath housing with the central passage tube positioned vertically. Ensure the oil bath is filled to the marking for correct operation of the filter system. Replace the element regularly according to the maintenance schedule.
Compatibility
Fits standard Purolator PO-6 housing. The original Purolator part number was P-1179 or similar. This modern reproduction is manufactured to the original specifications but uses improved synthetic filter media instead of the original impregnated paper.
Historical context
The Purolator oil bath filter system was standard on American military jeeps during WWII. The system combined a replaceable filter element with an oil bath housing for effective oil filtration under severe conditions.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 (early) | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
