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Oil filters

by Jim Hamilton in General Tech Discussion 8 years ago

Can a Tempest replace a Rota,x oil filter?

Re: Oil filters

by MARK JACKSON » 8 years ago

MARK JACKSON

12 332 11

Why would you want to use a non-standard filter when they cost peanuts?

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Re: Oil filters

by Roger Lee » 8 years ago

Roger Lee

125 5.12k 4.53k

No a Tempest should not be used and now some of these aftermarket filters cost more than Rotax.
The Rotax oil filter is made by Mann in Austria to Rotax specs. There is no replacement in the US. It has a special anti drainback membrane that has been changed due to studies to make them more effective. The have an internal check valve that none of ours have to prevent syphoning and leakage back into the cylinders and a by pass pressure of 18-22 psi while ours is only 13-15 psi.

Bottom line it's better to stick with what was designed for this particular engine and not try to save a couple dollars now that could cost a top end later on.

Roger Lee
LSRM-A & Rotax Instructor & Rotax IRC
Tucson, AZ Ryan Airfield (KRYN)
520-349-7056 Cell

Thank you said by: George Kerr

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