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2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter
by texasgulfcoast
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Jun 12, 2009 (1:18 pm)
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My 2007 Accord V6 has an Oil Filter about 1/2 the size of a Coke can. Does anyone make an Oil Filter adapter that would let me put a Full size filter on it? I cannot believe how small the filter is that came from the factory. It looks so small that I would change it once a week. Thanks in advance for the help.
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Re: 2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter [texasgulfcoast]
by thegraduate
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Jun 12, 2009 (3:51 pm)
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Replying to: texasgulfcoast (Jun 12, 2009 1:18 pm)
That filter hasn't given Honda any problems due to its size. I wouldn't change what isn't broken. I get an oil/filter change every 7,000-8,000 miles (whenever my maintenance minder is below 15%).
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Re: 2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter [texasgulfcoast]
by elroy5
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Jun 12, 2009 (7:31 pm)
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Replying to: texasgulfcoast (Jun 12, 2009 1:18 pm)
Engines these days don't need large filters. The oil needs changing more because it's broken down, or has moisture in it. Not because it's contaminated with particles large enough to be filtered. The filter is sufficient, IMO.
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Re: 2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter [thegraduate]
by texasgulfcoast
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Jun 12, 2009 (11:52 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jun 12, 2009 3:51 pm)
Lordy, I hope there is never any moisture in my new car's oil that means a blown head gasket. Larger filters keep the oil cleaner longer especially with Synthetic oil. This is like running coffee grinds thru a thimble for 7k miles, some crud will get by. I guess the answer to my question is no. If anyone can find an adapter please reply to my post, Thanks in advance for any help.
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Re: 2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter [texasgulfcoast]
by elroy5
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Jun 13, 2009 (4:57 am)
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Replying to: texasgulfcoast (Jun 12, 2009 11:52 pm)
The moisture comes from heating and cooling metal (engine block). If you change the oil often enough, there will not be any "crud" in it, But hey, if you want a filter as big as a two liter, go for it. I guess you're smarter than Honda engineers.
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Re: 2007 Accord V6 Oil Filter adapter for a larger filter [texasgulfcoast]
by mrbill1957
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Jun 13, 2009 (8:25 am)
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Replying to: texasgulfcoast (Jun 12, 2009 11:52 pm)
If you really feel the need for additional oil filtering, you might search for a "bypass oil filter" Here is an example:
http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/bf.aspx?CategoryID=79
Mrbill
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rotors
by stickguy
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Jun 13, 2009 (9:08 am)
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The dealer can't say they will machine them until they are inspected. There is a spec (certain thickness) you use. Below it, they can't be machined. And if they re warped at all, replace them.
I just had the rears done on my .05 at 43K (inner pad wore out, defective design). But the rotors had plenty of meat, so they got cut.
Also, IMO, Honda usues lousy brake pads. If you get a shop to do it, they wil lliekly (or can, for a small extra cost) use much higher quality pads.
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by dudleyr
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Jun 14, 2009 (8:57 am)
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I use Purolator Pur One oil filters. They are premium filters with synthetic media. They are slightly larger than the Honda filters. Still the Honda filters are big enough. There are no coffee ground sized particles in the engine.
I use synthetic oil and after 8-9,000 miles when I change the oil it is still a dark honey color. If the oil was full of particles it would be much darker.
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Oil Change When should I do it 3000 miles or 3 months or Mintenance Indicat
by 2007accord1
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Jun 18, 2009 (7:42 pm)
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I have 2007 Honda Accord. I am hearing lot of discussions lately on when should change the oil on newer models..
I do daily total 20 miles on my car.( 2 trips between work and home) My maintenance Oil indicator shows 50% , Miles traveled 2800 miles and almost 4 months since the last oil change..
I would like to know when should I change the oil.. Should I go by Maintenance indicator/ No of months/ No of Miles..
Please advise
Thanks
Kush
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Re: Oil Change When should I do it 3000 miles or 3 months or Mintenance Indicat [2007accord1]
by dek97993
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Jun 19, 2009 (5:33 am)
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Replying to: 2007accord1 (Jun 18, 2009 7:42 pm)
It depends on a few factors: your overall driving habits and the environmental conditions. If you do a lot of stop and go driving, let your car idle for prolonged periods of time, or drive in extremely dusty or cold conditions, I would go ahead and change the oil every 3000 miles. The longer you let the car idle, especially in very cold climates, the quicker the oil gets diluted by gasoline and byproducts of combustion. As a general rule of thumb, I change my oil before the cold, winter season and then right after it. If you drive non-stop, easy, highway miles to and from work, I would just stick to the regular advised maintenance schedule. If you really want to get to be a student of oil, learn to feel, smell and look at the oil on the dipstick. If it's a new car, it shouldn't get dark immediately after a fresh oil change. Does it smell strongly of gasoline (it shouldn't), and is the viscosity decreased when you rub it between your fingers ( i recommend wearing disposable rubber gloves, but purists will say the most sensitive way is to use your fingers without gloves). Hope this helps.
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