Re: Oil Bath/Paper Air Filter conversion

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2015/5/12 17:20:29

Packard 1948, that conversion you referenced was an oiled mesh air filter, a very different and simplistic piece of equipment compared to the more sophisticated oil bath which is what GTO needs. Though the units are a bit different in 51/52 (illustrated below) in appearance, they function the same as the earlier units. The upper type simply uses a lightly oiled mesh to trap particulates. The oil bath type (lower image) has the mesh partially immersed in motor oil and forces the air to make several 180 degree turns before passing thru the media. The particulates, being heavier, can't negotiate the rapid turns and end up trapped in the oil. Hope this helps you understand the differences.

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