Anyone try the cat filter adapter from Aligator? thoughts? - Page 8

joshmundy · 10-23-2012, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Blackcloud556

answered. killed my hard drive on my new computer so i have been sparse the last few days . manged to recover 80gb of data.

back your shit up!!

Yes always back it up!!

I'm a network admin and you would not believe how much important data people think is just safe sitting on a drive. Cloud storage or a file server makes this a much simpler task

Glad you got 80 gb back, that's alot of data

**Blackcloud556** · 10-23-2012, 08:06 AM

Got everything on my 2tb external now.

CactusBob · 10-30-2012, 06:52 AM

Link says product not found?

SoCalMike · 10-30-2012, 07:01 AM

Diesel Performance Parts & Products | Alligator Performance

look at this too. Diesel Performance Parts & Products | Alligator Performance

Whiskerbiscuit · 10-30-2012, 08:13 AM

I bought this adaptor and I am happy with it. Couldn't beat the price and how easy it was to install. Took literally 10 min.

knaffie · 10-30-2012, 08:19 AM

So I just have to ask. Why is it that the other filter adapters require taking the filter head apart and this one doesn't? What is better / worse about this one compared to the others? Obviously a simple spin-on is preferred, but are we giving up any functionality, flow, etc.?

**Blackcloud556** · 10-30-2012, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by CactusBob

Link says product not found?

I was having back end issues with that product listing. so i deleted it and started over. which changed the link for it. damn random ass computer glitch.

**Blackcloud556** · 10-30-2012, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by knaffie

So I just have to ask. Why is it that the other filter adapters require taking the filter head apart and this one doesn't? What is better / worse about this one compared to the others? Obviously a simple spin-on is preferred, but are we giving up any functionality, flow, etc.?

The theory is that it flows more fuel. Im dont think anybody has actually tested both adapters to see if there is a flow drop or not. I do know that i have seen 700hp twin turbo trucks who still run the factory filter. so the check ball cant be that restrictive.

knaffie · 11-20-2012, 04:35 AM

YES YOU DO NEED TO TAKE THE CHECK BALL AND SPRING OUT!!!!!! Mine ran fine for a couple days, then last night wouldn't start. So in freezing temperatures with a flashlight between my teeth, I took the check ball and spring out and it fired right up.

I called Alligator specifically to ask if you need to take the check ball and spring out and was told no, just spin on the filter and run it. It wasn't hard to do, but I would have rather done it in 65 degree weather in the daylight when I originally installed it.

Alligator will be getting a call today about this. I am pissed.

HUGE thanks to Dane at Mad Jack (where I got the Donaldson filters from) for taking my call and going out of his way to help me out!

MadJack Diesel Performance - MadJack Diesel Performance

CapnDean · 11-22-2012, 08:40 AM

First time Duramax owner....Happy as the proverbial pig in the poo. Nephew and I both bought 06 LB7's. Diesel filtration however is not a new thing to either of us. Commercial boat captains learn about fuel and water rather quickly.

In my life no truer words ever spoken: "If a diesel engine won't run....it's fuel".

From the Big EMD's down to smoky old Detroit 2 strokes... clean fuel is imperative. That is why most marine applications filter primary to 30 microns and secondary to 2 microns.
Keeping that in mind I ask: What is the factory filter micron rating? 10? If it is, then wouldn't replacing it with a 2 cause it to stop up too soon? I would like to have 30 microns on the suction side and 2 on the pressure side.

Lastly: Napa filters are wix filters.... and they are good.

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Whiskerbiscuit Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 168	I bought this adaptor and I am happy with it. Couldn't beat the price and how easy it was to install. Took literally 10 min. __________________ -06 LBZ CCSB (white + debadged) S&B intake, 4in turbo back exhaust, Diamond Eye DP, EGR Block off, PCV re-route, EFI live (IdahoRob), AD 165, Transgo Jr, Alligator Cat adaptor/filter, Cognito UCA's/pitman/idler arms, Sulastic shackles(WASTE OF MONEY), Billstein struts/stabilizer, Fabtech Tie Rods, B&W turnover ball, Edge insight CTS, Alpine dvd h/u, 4300k HID's, Leveled mirrors, Amsoil fluids, 285/75/16 Goodyear Duratracs

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knaffie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: home is where I hang my hat Posts: 938	So I just have to ask. Why is it that the other filter adapters require taking the filter head apart and this one doesn't? What is better / worse about this one compared to the others? Obviously a simple spin-on is preferred, but are we giving up any functionality, flow, etc.? __________________ 06 CCSB LBZ 4x4 LT3; torsion key lift (leveled); 265/75-16 Pro Comp A/T on OEM wheels (winter), BFGoodrich Rugged Terrain 275/70-18 on XD Diesel 18x9 (summer); MBRP 4" turbo back with Corsa muffler; EGR blocked; Edge Insight CTS gauges; EFI Live DSP2 by Idaho Rob - 80HP DD and 40HP tow with turbo brake (love it!); Rancho 9000XL shocks; updated rear cab mounts; Transgo Jr.; Merchant Automotive tie rod sleeves; everything synthetic; Access Tonneau hiding Line-X; tinted windows 5% all around; Tekonsha P3 brake controller; HIR bulbs, more to come soon......

11-20-2012, 04:35 AM	eBay Motors #79 (permalink)
knaffie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: home is where I hang my hat Posts: 938	YES YOU DO NEED TO TAKE THE CHECK BALL AND SPRING OUT!!!!!! Mine ran fine for a couple days, then last night wouldn't start. So in freezing temperatures with a flashlight between my teeth, I took the check ball and spring out and it fired right up. I called Alligator specifically to ask if you need to take the check ball and spring out and was told no, just spin on the filter and run it. It wasn't hard to do, but I would have rather done it in 65 degree weather in the daylight when I originally installed it. Alligator will be getting a call today about this. I am pissed. HUGE thanks to Dane at Mad Jack (where I got the Donaldson filters from) for taking my call and going out of his way to help me out! MadJack Diesel Performance - MadJack Diesel Performance __________________ 06 CCSB LBZ 4x4 LT3; torsion key lift (leveled); 265/75-16 Pro Comp A/T on OEM wheels (winter), BFGoodrich Rugged Terrain 275/70-18 on XD Diesel 18x9 (summer); MBRP 4" turbo back with Corsa muffler; EGR blocked; Edge Insight CTS gauges; EFI Live DSP2 by Idaho Rob - 80HP DD and 40HP tow with turbo brake (love it!); Rancho 9000XL shocks; updated rear cab mounts; Transgo Jr.; Merchant Automotive tie rod sleeves; everything synthetic; Access Tonneau hiding Line-X; tinted windows 5% all around; Tekonsha P3 brake controller; HIR bulbs, more to come soon......

11-22-2012, 08:40 AM	eBay Motors #80 (permalink)
CapnDean Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Mississippi Gulf Coast Posts: 206	First time Duramax owner....Happy as the proverbial pig in the poo. Nephew and I both bought 06 LB7's. Diesel filtration however is not a new thing to either of us. Commercial boat captains learn about fuel and water rather quickly. In my life no truer words ever spoken: "If a diesel engine won't run....it's fuel". From the Big EMD's down to smoky old Detroit 2 strokes... clean fuel is imperative. That is why most marine applications filter primary to 30 microns and secondary to 2 microns. Keeping that in mind I ask: What is the factory filter micron rating? 10? If it is, then wouldn't replacing it with a 2 cause it to stop up too soon? I would like to have 30 microns on the suction side and 2 on the pressure side. Lastly: Napa filters are wix filters.... and they are good. __________________ 2006 GMC 2500HD SLT CCSB 4WD, K&N, Autocal DSP5,RDS Toolbox/Transfer Tank, Nicktane Cat Filter, PCV Reroute, Toyo 285 AT II's, FASS 150 HD, ADP Sump, EGR Block, leveled.

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