Bypass Filter System

Absolute Protection From Engine Dirt
Assurance of Analytically Clean Oil

WHY ANOTHER FILTER?

Even the best full-flow filter can’t do it all Any full-flow filter must
allow oil to pass through it quickly to keep the engine from
starving for oil. Advances in auto technology and more
compact engine designs place increasing demands on these
filters; to keep from creating a circulation bottleneck, they filter
out only coarser particles, and feature relief valves that open
when the engine’s demand for lubrication can’t be ignored.

But the smallest grit that passes through – road dust,
manufacturing scarf, and engine-metal flake in the 5-to 20-
micron range – accounts for up to 60% of all engine wear.
These microscopic particles closely match the precision
clearances between critical engine components; they can enter
the spaces between bearings, rings, and other components to
damage metal surfaces, alter tolerances, fatigue components,
and generate additional debris.

Automobile engines are also susceptible to damage related to
water formation, something a full-flow filter is powerless
against. Water enters the oil either as a blow-by combustion
product of fuel ignition or as condensed moisture from
air drawn into the engine through the carburetor. Water
causes metal surfaces to rust; it also reacts with other blow-by
contaminants to produce corrosive acids that attack the engine,
contributing to further friction, wear, debris and oil degradation.

I have the AMSOIL Ultra Fine Bypass Filtration system on my
2002 Dodge Ram H.O. Diesel and my 2002 Jeep Wrangler X (6
cylinder). I don't change oil, I just change the filters every
year or 25,000 miles on my Jeep and every six months or
15,000 miles on my Dodge Ram Diesel. Oil change intervals
are recommended at 100,000 miles or longer with oil analysis.
See 409,000 miles with no oil change.

Reduces Wear

Approximately 60 percent of all engine wear is caused by dirt particles in the 5 to 20
micron range. These particles can get inside the precision clearances between engine
components and cause severe damage. While full-flow oil filters generally stop
contaminants no smaller than 25 to 40 microns, the AMSOIL By-Pass Filter effectively
stops particles smaller than one micron in size, substantially reducing engine wear.

Prevents Oil Degradation, Rust and Corrosion

Water enters motor oil as a combustion by-product or as a condensate. Water
contamination of the motor oil can cause extreme engine damage. Water causes metal
surface rust and corrosion, which increases friction and wear and deteriorates the
close-fitting tolerances between engine components. In addition, water reacts with other
oil contaminants to form corrosive acids, which also damage metal components. The
AMSOIL By-Pass Filter removes water, reducing the risk of oil degradation, engine rust
and corrosion.

Extends Oil Drain Intervals

Because the AMSOIL By-Pass Oil Filter removes water and particles smaller than one
micron, it significantly increases the time oil can safely be left in the engine. In fact ,
engines using AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil and an AMSOIL By-Pass Oil Filter routinely
show much lower rates of engine wear - even when the oil is used for significantly
longer drain intervals - than engines using conventional products and
conventional oil drain intervals. That saves motorists time and money and helps protect
the environment by creating substantially less used oil.

Dual Remote Filter System
The AMSOIL Dual Remote Oil Filtration System converts an engine’s full-flow oil filter
system into a full-flow/by-pass oil filtration system by attaching an AMSOIL Full-Flow Oil
Filter and AMSOIL Spin-On By-Pass Oil Filter onto a remote mount. The Dual Remote
System provides superior filtration efficiency, increased
oil capacity and improved oil filtration accessibility.

2002 Jeep Wrangler BMK-11 insallation

Since I had limited room in the engine compartment on my Jeep
Wrangler, I used a BMK-11 which is just the bypass filter mount. The
Amsoil Super Duty full flow oil filter stayed on the engine.

This system picks up the oil from the oil sending unit (with adapter)
then the oil goes through the filter and back into the valve cover. I
used a swivel attachment and ran it through the oil filler cap
(see picture right). There are several ways to route the oil back into
the engine. I use the Amsoil Super Duty Full Flow Oil filter the Jeep
calls for. Again, I only change filters once a year or every 25,000 miles
and I don't change oil. I expect to get 300,000 to 400,000 miles out of
the oil before changing oil. I expect to drive my Jeep 800,000 miles or
more.

I used the BMK-13 on my 1996 Chevy 3/4 ton (CK2500) when I had it.
I use the BMK-15 on my Dodge Ram (3/4 ton) H.O. Diesel. Both the
BMK-13 and 15 systems have the ultra fine bypass filter and the SDF
Full flow filter mounted remotely. An adapter attach's to the full flow
filter mount on the engine and the hoses from that adapter run to the
remote filters.

I installed the bypass filter systems on all my vehicles, and my family's
vehicles on my own with no help. If you tinker with cars you probably
won't have any problems installing the system. Or you can have a
mechanically inclined relative, friend or a mechanic install it for you.
The directions that come with each bypass system are easy to follow.

If you are like me you don't like wearing out an engine, transmission or
rear end. The transmission problems tend to hit when you have the
least amount of money. Engine overhauls and transmissions
replacements these days are big dollar items. New Cars or truck
prices are much worse. By using AMSOIL products and the Ultra Fine
By-Pass Filtration system you can virtually eliminate wear, and drive
your vehicles longer. You can even pass then on to your children or
grandchildren with plenty of miles left in them, when you buy a new
vehicle.

See the TRIGARD PROTECTION PLAN for more information.

Fast Facts

Today's hot cars need extra protection that a premium synthetic motor
oil offers. Here are eight reasons why AMSOIL synthetic motor oils
and drivetrain lubes are number one for today's enthusiast.

1. AMSOIL offers superior wear protection so that engines last
longer.

2. AMSOIL improves fuel economy so that vehicles get better
mileage out of every tank.

3. AMSOIL has been proven to provide more horsepower.

4. By reducing friction AMSOIL helps engines run cooler.

5. By reducing deposits engines run cleaner and perform more
efficiently with AMSOIL.

6. Due to lower volatility AMSOIL reduces oil consumption.

7. Due to its low pour point and cold weather pumpability, AMSOIL
makes winter starts much easier.

8. Because AMSOIL resists oxidation and breakdown, it reduces
varnish and sludge which keeps valves and rings from sticking.

2001 Ford F-350 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel
AMSOIL Dual Remote By-Pass Filter System
Submitted by AMSOIL Preferred Customer Jack Sandow

(See 6 Photos To Right)

In trying to improve the longevity of my 2001 Ford F-350
Powerstroke diesel truck, I decided to install AMSOIL's outstanding
By-Pass dual filtration kit. Before installation I was using AMSOIL's
latest and much improved EaO Full Flow engine oil filter and have
been using AMSOIL AME 15W-40 diesel oil since I bought the unit.
However, I felt that because of the significant investment I have in
the truck I would like the ultimate in filtration to dramatically reduce
engine wear & tear, so I installed the by-pass unit.

Somewhat unsure of the particulars of installation, I enlisted the
unselfish help of AMSOIL Dealer Dave Mann in Michigan, who
coached me via email as to what accessories to order and gave me
a few very valuable installation tips.

As Dave stated, the most difficult part of the entire installation
procedure was the fabrication of the mounting bracket. I chose a
scrap of aircraft aluminum I had around the shop and bent it with a
vice and a large rubber hammer to tightly fit within the 7.00" inside
dimension of the frame member. An additional 'back plate' was
added to avoid any kind of metal fatigue, and the bracket was bolted
in utilizing fender and lock washers, making an incredibly sturdy,
rustproof mounting platform.

The fittings on the hoses were very impressive to me, and after I
assembled them and attached the optional 90° fittings to the engine
filter adapter, the quality and workmanship of the components
became quite evident. After the job was complete I fired up the 7.3L
engine and checked the oil flow by first observing the oil pressure
gauge at the instrument panel and then placing my hand on the full
flow filter underneath the truck. Soon I felt the filter begin to warm up
and then, very slowly, the by-pass filter began to warm at the top
first, with not a leak to be seen anywhere!

Everything Dave shared with me worked out exactly as planned. This
is an excellent accessory for your diesel, and I would highly
recommend it to anyone!

Why should you install a bypass system on your
vehicle?

Off of the top of my head I can think of several reasons:

1) Save time, no oil changes

2) Save money, (your figures may be different depending on miles
traveled per year, your driving
habits). So we will figure what I save, I drive drive about 25,000 miles
year with my travels.

3) For those that care, save precious oil resources and help get
off foreign oil.

Lets figure that you use 40 quarts of oil and 8 conventional oil filters
a year and you drive 25,000 miles a year. In 100,000 miles using
conventional You would use 160 quarts of oil and 32 oil
filters. With Amsoil you are not using as much oil or filters, and
reducing waste oil.

Using the bypass system for 100,000 miles (driving 25,000 miles a
year). Using Amsoil Synthetic Motor Oil and Amsoil filters, I would use
4 full flow and 4 bypass filters in 100,000 miles. I would add say a 1
1/2 quarts to 2 quarts of Amsoil with each filter change. So I would
use an additional 6 to 8 quarts of Amsoil motor oil (depending on
which size bypass and full flow filters you use)
over 100,000 miles.

Say it takes two hours per conventional oil & oil filter change, by the
time a person drives to a garage or dealership location, waits and
drives back home, that's a total of 66 hours give or take. Just about
a work week and a half in 100,000 miles. That's like a week and a
half vacation every 4 years added to your time off.

Labor at $18 an oil change (estimate) for 33 oil changes is about
$590,

If you can change your own oil filters you labor costs are zero and it
takes about 10 minutes to change the filters and add oil. Otherwise
you would spend whatever it costs for four filter changes at a garage.
Some garages and dealerships may have a minimum fee which may
be higher.

How much would I save in fuel? I can tell you what I got which was an
additional 20% and 21% better fuel mileage. I have consistently
gotten at least 20% more mpg on any vehicle I used AMSOIL in and
my Jeep got 21% more mpg highway. My fuel mileage went from 18
mpg to 21 mpg highway for the Jeep. My fuel mileage driving to St.
Louis and back is 21 mpg each time I drive there to pick up my
daughter at the airport.

Fuel at 18 mpg for 100,000 miles = 5555 gallons of fuel burned
at 2.00 a gallon costs you $11,110

Fuel at 21 mpg (3 mpg or 20% more for me) for 100,000 miles = 4761
gallons of fuel burned at
$2.00 a gallon costs you $9,522 a savings of 794 gallons.

I would save 794 gallons of fuel over 100,000 miles. That's 794
gallons x $2.00 a gallon a savings of $1500.00. Thats about what I
save, your savings may vary depending on driving habits, your
vehicle, and terrain you live in, flat land vs. Mountains and other
factors. I live in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri.

Those are rough calculations with just estimates for my Jeep
Wrangler over 100,000 miles. Also, and mpg isn't consistent it
changes depending on number of people in a vehicle, town vs
highway
driving and many other factors. But from my experience I like (love)
the savings I am making in time and money.

3) Extend the life of your vehicle. If you also consider that you can
drive your car a lot longer and then pass your used car on to your
children and your grandchildren, your savings are substantial. Your
children or grandchildren may still be driving your vehicles long after
you are done with them. Petroleum based oil is obsolete, the oil
companies, car companies and OPEC love you for using it. You have
to use more of it, your car wears out prematurely and you hurt the
environment with petroleum.