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Original MGA oil filter elements were made of thick felt, which has the characteristic of trapping particles not only on the surface but also deeper within the fabric. While this has the ability to trap more dirt than a paper filter element before becoming clogged, it does not necessarily trap all of the smallest particles. The felt elements are good at holding large amounts of contaminants, such as may be encountered with very long oil change intervals. Also, in the era that these cars were built it was common to use non-detergent motor oil, which is not very good at holding contaminants in suspension, so a lot of sludge could settle out in the bottom of the sump. This required shorter oil change intervals, and if neglected had the ability to badly clog the filter. In that case the felt filter elements seem like a good idea. But keep in mind that when a filter does get clogged some (maybe most) of the oil can go through the bypass valve and not get filtered.

Replacement oil filter elements can still be purchased with the felt material. Otherwise there are also oil filters available constructed with paper filter media. In fact nearly every new spin-on type oil filter is constructed with the paper filter media, lending some credence to its integrity. So it should be no surprise that the use of paper type replaceable filter elements is also popular. The paper elements are less expensive than the felt elements, and the paper element has the ability to trap smaller particles, assuming it is properly constructed and properly maintained. The spin-on filters are readily available at most any auto parts stores, but the insert type filter elements may not be. Refer to the instructions supplied with the adapter to determine which spin-on filter is required.

Author:	MG Rocket [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:07 pm ]
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I'm just changing the oil filter on the 1100......And the replacement filter I got is too big....Whilst rummaging around I found a filter the right size...but it's looks to made out of wool/cotton? blend...quite dense material...it's looks like it could be restrictive. Do you think it's okay to use?

Author:	sgc [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:23 pm ]
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For the cost of buying the right filter, why would you take the risk with it?

Author:	MG Rocket [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:32 pm ]
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sgc wrote: For the cost of buying the right filter, why would you take the risk with it? I agree...just that I'm a long way from a store and need the car.

Author:	Harley [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:33 pm ]
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If not sure use the old one again till you have time to change it once more.

Author:	MG Rocket [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 2:35 pm ]
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I have just found some information on these felt filters MGAguru.com wrote: Original MGA oil filter elements were made of thick felt, which has the characteristic of trapping particles not only on the surface but also deeper within the fabric. While this has the ability to trap more dirt than a paper filter element before becoming clogged, it does not necessarily trap all of the smallest particles. The felt elements are good at holding large amounts of contaminants, such as may be encountered with very long oil change intervals. Also, in the era that these cars were built it was common to use non-detergent motor oil, which is not very good at holding contaminants in suspension, so a lot of sludge could settle out in the bottom of the sump. This required shorter oil change intervals, and if neglected had the ability to badly clog the filter. In that case the felt filter elements seem like a good idea. But keep in mind that when a filter does get clogged some (maybe most) of the oil can go through the bypass valve and not get filtered. Replacement oil filter elements can still be purchased with the felt material. Otherwise there are also oil filters available constructed with paper filter media. In fact nearly every new spin-on type oil filter is constructed with the paper filter media, lending some credence to its integrity. So it should be no surprise that the use of paper type replaceable filter elements is also popular. The paper elements are less expensive than the felt elements, and the paper element has the ability to trap smaller particles, assuming it is properly constructed and properly maintained. The spin-on filters are readily available at most any auto parts stores, but the insert type filter elements may not be. Refer to the instructions supplied with the adapter to determine which spin-on filter is required. So in light of this information I'll put it in.

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Author:	Mort Subite [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 3:48 pm ]
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Sounds like you unearthed an "original" filter for the canister type fittings. I have the same thing on my Deluxe.

Author:	Morris 1100 [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 6:05 pm ]
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The Australian 1100 and Mini Deluxe got the skinny UK filter till about the end of 65 and then they got the wider Australian Ryco R2200P filter. (so more than 90% of them got the big filter) The Cooper S got the felt filter and it fits in the skinny can. Your MG1100 should have the skinny filter and the Ryco number for it is R2180P.

Author:	MG Rocket [ Tue Sep 29, 2009 6:13 pm ]
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Morris 1100 wrote: The Australian 1100 and Mini Deluxe got the skinny UK filter till about the end of 65 and then they got the wider Australian Ryco R2200P filter. (so more than 90% of them got the big filter) The Cooper S got the felt filter and it fits in the skinny can. Your MG1100 should have the skinny filter and the Ryco number for it is R2180P. Thanks Morrie you are right it does have the skinny filter. Any experience or opinions on felt filters?

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