Holes for a ext. filter?

Bxsvx · #1 02-13-2004, 12:32 PM

I was curious to find that I dont have the holes for the ext atf filter. I see dimples, actually a couple of them. Which ones do I use? I have the filter kit . So my question is where do I drill? I am going to match the filter holder holes with the filter holder. I dont want to drill my baby,

, shouldnt there be holes pre drilled? Anyone have a photo of one installed. I saw Aredubjay's photo, which was good but I need more detail. Thanks

lee · #2 02-13-2004, 01:45 PM

I didn't put mine on (and it isn't there anymore since I went to an aftermaket setup with temp sending unit); however, it was attached at the same point and using the bolts that held on the tow/tie-down hook (driver's side).

Aredubjay · #3 02-13-2004, 02:47 PM

Ah yes, I forgot that's where it was bolted. Cool. Meanwhile, here's a good diagram of the routing for the Campaing Filter, from Beav's locker. The pic is actually about installing an external cooler, but, the filter routing would be the same.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/photos/files/Beav/7621.gif

svxcess · #4 02-13-2004, 04:45 PM

Click HERE to get to the TSB for the installation instructions of the ATF filter kit.

The bracket attaches over the left tie down hook. Take off 3 bolts holding the hook to the frame and, using the 3 new bolts in the kit, attach the bracket over top of the tie down hook.

Bxsvx · #5 02-14-2004, 09:21 PM

Thanks you guys are the best, where would I be without the network. Oh one more thing, Any links to installing the little internal screen? (pics/diagrams)

Did anyone ever have this situation. I Went to autozone for the atf pan gasket and they had a part number for the filter. They said it came in a kit. So I asked them is it the same as the pathfinder they said no. So I said are you sure its a filter($53.30), he's like yea from Beck/arnley. If we dont have filters how come they have a listing? And should I buy a atf pan gasket when changing the internal screen? I read that it was changed to a metal bead. Thanks for the replys and thanks in advance to any more replies and HAPPY VALENTINES DAY, I enjoyed mine hope everyone else did.

mile-hi-bri · #6 02-15-2004, 01:21 AM

There is indeed a filter inside your pan. I have changed two of them. The 'kit' should include a filter, the gasket and a thin o-ring. I've gotten mine from Pep Boys because they sell Purolater filters. I think it is about $29.00. Very easy to replace. Just hard to avoid the drips. Good luck!
mile-hi-bri

Aredubjay · #7 02-15-2004, 10:00 AM

Any time you drop the pan, it's a good idea to replace the gasket.

Bxsvx · #8 02-15-2004, 11:00 AM

another hold on opening up the SVX. Anyone have problems when they wanna do something good for their car? I gotta get the filter and its to cold!!! jeez.But I love her and she is going to be maintained perfectlyyyyy cold or no cold.