Wix 51258
Full-flow spin-on oil filter with 13/16-16 thread, 4.338" / 110.2 mm height and 3.660" / 93.0 mm outside diameter.
WIX 51258 is a full-flow spin-on engine oil filter with a 13/16-16 mounting thread. Its enhanced-cellulose media traps contaminants circulating in the oil, while an anti-drainback valve helps retain oil in the filter after shutdown.
Application / fitment
This filter is cataloged for numerous classic American Motors and GM vehicles and selected marine engines. Principal WIX coverage includes 1960-1981 American Motors and 1967-1980 GM applications. Marine coverage includes selected AERO Marine, Chris-Craft, Evinrude, and Volvo Penta installations.
- filter type: spin-on lube filter
- mounting thread: 13/16-16
- height: 4.338" / 110.2 mm
- outside diameter: 3.660" / 93.0 mm
- selected coverage: AMC 1960-1981, GM 1967-1980, and confirmed marine applications
Compare thread, gasket diameter, filter height, and available clearance before installation. Lightly lubricate the gasket with clean engine oil and tighten the filter according to the instructions printed on its housing.
Technical information
- flow type: full flow
- filter media: enhanced cellulose
- nominal micron rating: 21 µm
- Beta Ratio: 2/20 = 6/20
- catalog flow rate: 9-11 GPM / 34.1-41.6 l/min
- burst pressure: 345 psi / 23.8 bar
- anti-drainback valve: yes
- bypass valve: none in filter
- gasket: 2.834" / 72 mm O.D., 2.462" / 63 mm I.D., 0.200" / 5 mm thick
- UPC: 765809512580
- sale unit: 1 piece