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Originally Posted by phattyduck
Higher potential for leaks. Otherwise, not much. It would be nice to have an easier to get to filter location and a vertical filter than can be pre-filled when installed.
-Charlie
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Agreed. No significant down sides in my opinion.
To mitigate any possibility of leaks, I would recommend using a high quality braided stainless hose and AN fittings. (I would never use rubber hose and worm drive clamps for this application)
If installed correctly, there should be no more chance of a leak versus having the oil filter directly on the engine block.
Having the filter right side up was the main reason I added the remote mount. Can pre-fill with oil when changing the filter, and no mess when removing. I like using the M1-301 filter too.
I have
two M1-301 filters on the inside of the front frame rails now. One for engine oil, and one for trans fluid.