b61fred Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I am working on installing a 237 into my B, I can't find a part number for the coolant filter on this engine, the normal sized filter is far to small. The filter threads on to a boss between the fan and the coolant manifold. It is about the same diam. as the oil filter. The engine is about a 78 model year acording to the casting dates on the block. It also had the extended service interval oil pan and three oil filters, I dont know if this makes a difference on the coolant filter. Thanks for any helpFred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I am working on installing a 237 into my B, I can't find a part number for the coolant filter on this engine, the normal sized filter is far to small. The filter threads on to a boss between the fan and the coolant manifold. It is about the same diam. as the oil filter. The engine is about a 78 model year acording to the casting dates on the block. It also had the extended service interval oil pan and three oil filters, I dont know if this makes a difference on the coolant filter. Thanks for any helpFredI've got the same style on an E6-350 at the shop. It has a Fram filter installed. I'll relay the numbers tonight if someone else hasn't by then.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29392 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I am working on installing a 237 into my B, I can't find a part number for the coolant filter on this engine, the normal sized filter is far to small. The filter threads on to a boss between the fan and the coolant manifold. It is about the same diam. as the oil filter. The engine is about a 78 model year acording to the casting dates on the block. It also had the extended service interval oil pan and three oil filters, I dont know if this makes a difference on the coolant filter. Thanks for any helpFredSince it is not the original engine in your chassis, you should be able to take the engine number to your local dealer to get any filters you need. If not try to use the chassis number from the donor truck.The complete filter kit should still be available for the 237. I find that the complete kit from Mack is generally the least expensive way to buy filters anyway. Macks use the same filters for many years up until the E7/E-TECH went to metric threads with a stripe on the filters. Extended service interval don't matter for water filters; the only different water filter is for extended life coolant(pink) Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29394 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Since it is not the original engine in your chassis, you should be able to take the engine number to your local dealer to get any filters you need. If not try to use the chassis number from the donor truck.The complete filter kit should still be available for the 237. I find that the complete kit from Mack is generally the least expensive way to buy filters anyway. Macks use the same filters for many years up until the E7/E-TECH went to metric threads with a stripe on the filters. Extended service interval don't matter for water filters; the only different water filter is for extended life coolant(pink)You are very correct on sourcing the filters through a Mack dealer. To use Carquest branded filters is near twice the cost for the same filters. Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29396 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted January 19, 2009 Author Share Posted January 19, 2009 hi, I went to the mack dealer and they sold me baldwin filters... I have used them before and I liked the brand. I planed to use these filters to break in the engine to the truck and at restoration time install mack filters. Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29400 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 hi,I went to the mack dealer and they sold me baldwin filters... I have used them before and I liked the brand. I planed to use these filters to break in the engine to the truck and at restoration time install mack filters. FredThe Mack dealer is open on the holiday? Why am I at work then?Cause I'm still fixxing broken plumbing from the recent freeze we've had round here.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29401 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rw613 Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I am working on installing a 237 into my B, I can't find a part number for the coolant filter on this engine, the normal sized filter is far to small. The filter threads on to a boss between the fan and the coolant manifold. It is about the same diam. as the oil filter. The engine is about a 78 model year acording to the casting dates on the block. It also had the extended service interval oil pan and three oil filters, I dont know if this makes a difference on the coolant filter. Thanks for any helpFredMACK PART #25MF436B FRAM PART#PR3433 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29405 Share on other sites More sharing options...
220cummins Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Baldwin makes a good filter, I have it on my 237 and we've run them for years on Macks with much luck. The frams on the other hand are IMHO, junk. We've never had luck and a few guys I know had nothing but problems with them as far as filtering of fluids. Baldwins work for us so that’s what we go with. I know that the original question has nothing to do with preference but filters are just as important as the oil in the motor. Use a sub-par product expect sub-par durability and performance. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 If you guys check with mack i think you can buy the filter kits cheaper than buying them one at a time. I know i can here. Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29552 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooter Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Baldwin BW 5179 or Fleetguard WF 2022 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29702 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted January 25, 2009 Author Share Posted January 25, 2009 Thanks for the help, I went with the Baldwin filter. it cost me 12 bucks. I cant use the mack boxed filters because I am using the B-model fuel filter. Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-29762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
redman Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 Thanks for the help, I went with the Baldwin filter. it cost me 12 bucks. I cant use the mack boxed filters because I am using the B-model fuel filter. Fred baldwin and hastings filters have merged or something like that. weve used hastings for years.never a problem............ Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30107 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Where can the Baldwin filters be purchased at, so I can buy my first filters for my B61 with 672PThanks mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30241 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Where can the Baldwin filters be purchased at, so I can buy my first filters for my B61 with 672PThanks mikealmost any heavy truck parts suppliers can get Baldwin filters. It is true that Hastings is the parent of Baldwin. Both good brands in my opinion.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted February 2, 2009 Author Share Posted February 2, 2009 Where can the Baldwin filters be purchased at, so I can buy my first filters for my B61 with 672PThanks mikeGot mine at Michaels and son In Worthington Indiana. Good guys!! 812-875-2550Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30245 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Rob, I agree about the Hastings products. Have used them for many years for autos. But is it cheaper to go with Mack Dealer? I have the B model fuel filter same as Fred. mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30246 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Rob, I agree about the Hastings products. Have used them for many years for autos. But is it cheaper to go with Mack Dealer? I have the B model fuel filter same as Fred. mikeI can't give an honest answer on a cartridge type insert filter available from a Mack dealer for a Luberfiner series of filter. I am only familiar with the spin on type filters currently available. Yes, I have found the dealer to be much less expensive for a complete filter change kit than can be bought over the counter at a parts store.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30257 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Rob, I agree about the Hastings products. Have used them for many years for autos. But is it cheaper to go with Mack Dealer? I have the B model fuel filter same as Fred. mikeJust stocked up on filter kits at Mack. $53.87 for the metric kit including 6 filters (3 oil, 2 fuel, 1 water) Still a bargain for factory branded filters, IMHO. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/8015-water-filter/#findComment-30481 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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