Oil filter housing on 48 desoto

[billymopar]

Seems like my oil filter housing is leaking from the bottom. IT is the type that takes a replacement element. Possibly someone overtorqued the bolt on top of the lid and pulled the bottom of the housing up, and it cracked.

Any idea where i might turn to get a replacement? Were these canisters/housings specific for mopar?

I could switch it out for a sealed can throwaway type but this would require different bracket ( i think) and new plumbing.

Any suggestions appreciated, thanks!

[Jerry Roberts]

The sealed can throw aways are rare and expensive , so don't go that route . Can your existing canister be welded as a repair ? Lots of after market versions were used on these trucks. If you can find a junkyard with older vehicles , they would have some . Ebay has them but they are usually asking too much money . Another option would be a forum member who has a spare .

[billymopar]

thanks for the input Jerry, I'd like to hear from anyone who might have a spare oil filter canister for my 48 Desoto, I'm going to try to weld the old one but I sure would feel more comfortable with a solid replacement. Many thanks

[Rusty O'Toole]

Have you taken it off and inspected it? Could be just a leaky fitting.

There are plenty of those filters around, I have a few in the garage. A picture would help identify the exact model.

[Don Coatney]

Do you have a full flow filter or a by-pass filter?