Description
WIX Racing Oil Filter 51515R – Built for Extreme Performance
The WIX Racing Oil Filter 51515R is engineered for the demands of high-performance motorsports. Designed to withstand extreme pressures of up to 500 psi and scorching temperatures up to 300°F, this high-efficiency spin-on oil filter is a trusted choice for race teams and off-road enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re tearing up the dirt, clay, or the track, the 51515R delivers outstanding oil filtration and flow performance when it matters most.
🔧 Key Features of the WIX Racing Oil Filter 51515R
High Burst Strength: Built for racing environments with a burst pressure capacity of 500 psi – ideal for high-RPM engines under intense conditions.
Superior Filtration Media: Features enhanced cellulose media with a 61-micron nominal rating to protect your engine from contaminants while maintaining excellent oil flow.
Optimised Flow Rate: Delivers a maximum flow rate of 28 GPM – ensuring rapid lubrication to key engine components, even under pressure.
Durable Build: Zinc chromate-plated base plate offers corrosion resistance and low surface friction. The spiral-wound centre tube improves structural strength and oil flow.
Reliable Design: Includes an anti-drain back valve and 8–11 PSI bypass valve setting for consistent performance.
📐 Specifications:
Part Number: 51515R
Type: Spin-On Lube Filter – Full Flow
Thread Size: 3/4-16
Height: 5.17″ (131mm)
Outer Diameter: 3.6″ (91mm)
Micron Rating: 61
Max Flow Rate: 28 GPM
Gasket Diameter: O.D. 72mm / I.D. 63mm / Thickness 5mm
🔄 Interchangeable With:
K&N HP-3001
Moroso 22470
The WIX Racing Oil Filter 51515R also features Advanced Performance (AP) and High Efficiency Endurance (HEE) media technology. The AP media combines fibreglass, polyester, and cellulose with a wire backing for strength and superior oil flow. Meanwhile, HEE media offers greater contaminant-holding capacity and high filtration efficiency — essential for endurance racing.