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Mt Man Chad · 07-08-2008, 12:51 PM

Old thread!!
Does anybody have pics with oil bath on a inline 6?

telly · 07-08-2008, 01:10 PM

Here's one that I found on google images...not mine, but from a '53 Chevy

Luvlegs · 07-08-2008, 03:07 PM

I have a pic off the offset aircleaner on my six but it's not an oil bath.

Gray Ghost · 07-08-2008, 03:44 PM

I tried several times to sell mine off the 67 to no avail....course I have trouble selling anything that anyone else can sell in a heartbeat. Wound up giving it away.

LooseScrews · 07-08-2008, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Man Chad

Old thread!!
Does anybody have pics with oil bath on a inline 6?

Not a very good pic...I'll see if I can't dig up a better one tonight.

Wrenchbender Ret · 07-08-2008, 06:36 PM

They are messy, heavy, & restrictive. They do not filter better then a dry cartridge they just go longer between service intervals in dusty conditions.

*72lb4x4* · 07-08-2008, 06:48 PM

I read a magazine article recently that said the modern pleated style cleaners are way better at filtering, and that dirty air is about the worst thing for an engine. An oil bath cleaner is probably not the best way to go if you like your engine...

jewels. · 07-08-2008, 07:12 PM

Here is the oil bath on the 1958 Apache 3200 (that means long bed 1/2 ton).

It is a 235 CI 6 Cylinder engine - standard for those times. The oil bath was also standard. It runs perfect with it. (Of course, it also still requires lead in it's gasoline too!

)

Enticement:
If you come to the National Board Meet this weekend, you might just see her in person!

R U Coming?!?!?

~jewels.

68gmsee · 07-08-2008, 08:30 PM

I didn't waste any time changing mine on my 68 GMC six cylinder. I heard they're not the best for the engine.

I have seen them on a lot of old trucks. But, unless you're going to keep the truck completely stock, I'd change it to a new style. Maybe keep the original one just in case someone needs one or you want to convert it to stock.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 07-08-2008, 08:46 PM

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other than dust filtration, what are the advantages and disadvantages?

I had one once,on my '63? The advantage was that no matter how much dust you had to drive through,there was no paper element to clog up.There was an oiled mesh and then the oil bath its self, IIRC. From what I remember of a study done way back when,the oil bath was superior in all ways. Downside was that they were more expensive initially,you had to clean and re-oil the mesh,then drain and replace the oil. I guess people would rather just replace paper elements. But for dirt roads etc. I think they are the only way to go.

old Chevy guy · 07-08-2008, 09:05 PM

I had one on both my 67 LWB fleetside with a 305 V6 and on my 61 GMC 3500 stake also with 305 V6

rwgregory · 07-08-2008, 10:05 PM

Mt. Man Chad, I've got an oil bath air cleaner from a 292 I-6 w/out brake booster. I don't have any photos of it on the engine, but it looks similar to the one off the '59 Apache posted above by jewels. It's also available...hint,hint...

Luvlegs · 07-08-2008, 10:56 PM

Here's some pics of the offset oil bath cleaner for a 6 with the brake booster

67_C-30 · 07-08-2008, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

I had one once,on my '63? The advantage was that no matter how much dust you had to drive through,there was no paper element to clog up.There was an oiled mesh and then the oil bath its self, IIRC. From what I remember of a study done way back when,the oil bath was superior in all ways. Downside was that they were more expensive initially,you had to clean and re-oil the mesh,then drain and replace the oil. I guess people would rather just replace paper elements. But for dirt roads etc. I think they are the only way to go.

You're right. The oil bath is better than any paper filters in dusty conditions. You must remember that when these were put on trucks back then, they were put on there to maximize engine life. Manufacturers used to do everything in their power to make a truck last as long as possible because people couldn't afford to buy news trucks as frequently as they do today. That's why they were slower to try new things on trucks first. A prime example of that is that even though the 350 Chevy debuted in 1967, trucks didn't get them until '68. They tried them in cars for year and opted to stay with tried and true 327 until the 350 was deemed relieable enough for the truck line. They are many other things as well like disc brakes, long style water pumps, power steering, big blocks, etc. that were used in cars and took longer to find their way into trucks.

67_C-30 · 07-08-2008, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rwgregory

Mt. Man Chad, I've got an oil bath air cleaner from a 292 I-6 w/out brake booster. I don't have any photos of it on the engine, but it looks similar to the one off the '59 Apache posted above by jewels. It's also available...hint,hint...

You don't happen to have an extra for a V6 do you? I need one of those.

rwgregory · 07-09-2008, 12:02 AM

67 C-30, PM sent.

**passthebuck** · 07-09-2008, 04:29 PM

Here's mine on my green 67.

SunSoaked · 12-05-2012, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teeitup

Mine is off a 69 with a 350.

I know this is an old thread, but my 69K10 had one of these and in my stupidity I immediatly removed it and tossed it in the dumpster. I was just curious looking back how much $ I could have got for it?

**G8rN@te61** · 11-16-2017, 09:43 AM

Old thread but I am looking for the bottom portion of the offset air cleaner assembly or an affordable used set.. I was thinking about putting it on my 250

stomper · 06-27-2018, 05:09 PM

I have this one.

jewels. · 06-27-2018, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stomper

I have this one.

Are you selling it?
If so, post or PM a price. I might be interested.
Thanks!
~jewels.

phat69 · 06-28-2018, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67_C-30

You're right. The oil bath is better than any paper filters in dusty conditions. You must remember that when these were put on trucks back then, they were put on there to maximize engine life. Manufacturers used to do everything in their power to make a truck last as long as possible because people couldn't afford to buy news trucks as frequently as they do today. That's why they were slower to try new things on trucks first. A prime example of that is that even though the 350 Chevy debuted in 1967, trucks didn't get them until '68. They tried them in cars for year and opted to stay with tried and true 327 until the 350 was deemed relieable enough for the truck line. They are many other things as well like disc brakes, long style water pumps, power steering, big blocks, etc. that were used in cars and took longer to find their way into trucks.

The first LS powered trucks had iron heads.

07-08-2008, 12:51 PM	#26
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telly Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Stanwood, WA, 98292 Posts: 151	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? Here's one that I found on google images...not mine, but from a '53 Chevy Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 Stepside 1980 Camaro Berlinetta 1972 C20 Flatbed

07-08-2008, 03:07 PM	#28
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I have a pic off the offset aircleaner on my six but it's not an oil bath. Attached Images __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

07-08-2008, 03:44 PM	#29
Gray Ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Terrell, TX Posts: 1,967	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I tried several times to sell mine off the 67 to no avail....course I have trouble selling anything that anyone else can sell in a heartbeat. Wound up giving it away. __________________ Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps.

07-08-2008, 06:36 PM	#31
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,229	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? They are messy, heavy, & restrictive. They do not filter better then a dry cartridge they just go longer between service intervals in dusty conditions.

07-08-2008, 06:48 PM	#32
72lb4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DFW Posts: 1,427	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I read a magazine article recently that said the modern pleated style cleaners are way better at filtering, and that dirty air is about the worst thing for an engine. An oil bath cleaner is probably not the best way to go if you like your engine...

07-08-2008, 07:12 PM	#33
jewels. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Munster, IN Posts: 1,100	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? Here is the oil bath on the 1958 Apache 3200 (that means long bed 1/2 ton). It is a 235 CI 6 Cylinder engine - standard for those times. The oil bath was also standard. It runs perfect with it. (Of course, it also still requires lead in it's gasoline too! ) Enticement: If you come to the National Board Meet this weekend, you might just see her in person! R U Coming?!?!? ~jewels. __________________ 68 C10 Red Step 350 my first child & main focus 58 3200 Apache LWB Step the upcoming project

07-08-2008, 08:30 PM	#34
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I didn't waste any time changing mine on my 68 GMC six cylinder. I heard they're not the best for the engine. I have seen them on a lot of old trucks. But, unless you're going to keep the truck completely stock, I'd change it to a new style. Maybe keep the original one just in case someone needs one or you want to convert it to stock.

07-08-2008, 09:05 PM	#36
old Chevy guy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Foster Rhode Island Posts: 1,176	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I had one on both my 67 LWB fleetside with a 305 V6 and on my 61 GMC 3500 stake also with 305 V6

07-08-2008, 10:05 PM	#37
rwgregory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Chula Vista, California Posts: 495	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? Mt. Man Chad, I've got an oil bath air cleaner from a 292 I-6 w/out brake booster. I don't have any photos of it on the engine, but it looks similar to the one off the '59 Apache posted above by jewels. It's also available...hint,hint... __________________ rwgregory 67 GMC 2500 ,2w/d wide box 305 V-6, 4-speed

07-08-2008, 10:56 PM	#38
Luvlegs Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Smith Mountain Lake Virginia Posts: 1,537	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? Here's some pics of the offset oil bath cleaner for a 6 with the brake booster Attached Images __________________ "A cat will almost always blink when hit between the eyes with a ball peen hammer" (you don't always have to state the obvious) Wear your PPE! You can eat with false teeth but you can't see with a false eye. 1959 Studebaker Silverhawk 350/400 1972 C10 L6 3OTT 2005 F350 - Built - whew!

07-09-2008, 12:02 AM	#41
rwgregory Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Chula Vista, California Posts: 495	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? 67 C-30, PM sent. __________________ rwgregory 67 GMC 2500 ,2w/d wide box 305 V-6, 4-speed

07-09-2008, 04:29 PM	#42
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11-16-2017, 09:43 AM	#44
G8rN@te61 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Fort Mill, SC Posts: 203	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? Old thread but I am looking for the bottom portion of the offset air cleaner assembly or an affordable used set.. I was thinking about putting it on my 250

06-27-2018, 05:09 PM	#45
stomper Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,701	Re: How Rare? Oil Bath air cleaner? I have this one. Attached Images __________________ "I was patina when patina wasn't cool." 1973 Cheyenne SWB Sunset Gold / Frost White / Saddle



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