WIX WL10071 vs WIX 51283: Oil Filter Compatibility
Compare WIX WL10071 and WIX 51283 oil filters by compatibility, dimensions, thread size, gasket fit, bypass valve, anti-drainback valve status, and match confidence. Use this comparison as a fitment review, not as an automatic substitution guarantee. Both use a 1-12 thread.
Quick verdict
Large bypass PSI mismatch: 12.5 psi
- Thread size is the first hard-fit check for any comparison of spin-on filters.
- Gasket OD and gasket ID are the most important seal-related dimensions.
- Height differences can matter for clearance even when thread and gasket fit appear close.
- Bypass and anti-drainback differences may be important, depending on the application.
WIX WL10071 and WIX 51283 specifications
How matching is scored| Specification | WIX WL10071 | WIX 51283 |
|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 1-12 | 1-12 |
| Gasket OD | 71.98 mm | 71.98 mm |
| Gasket ID | 62.56 mm | 62.53 mm |
| Can OD | 93.93 mm | 93.04 mm |
| Height | 139.1 mm | 149.3 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass PSID | 22 | 8 - 11 |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes |
What matters in this specific comparison
Thread size matches: both are 1-12.
Gasket OD is identical at 71.98 mm.
Gasket ID is identical at 62.56 mm.
WIX 51283 is 10.2 mm taller (WIX WL10071: 139.1 mm, WIX 51283: 149.3 mm) -- check clearance before substituting.
Can OD differs by 0.9 mm (WIX WL10071: 93.93 mm, WIX 51283: 93.04 mm).
Both open their bypass valve in a comparable range: WIX WL10071 at 22-22 psi, WIX 51283 at 8-11 psi -- these ranges do not overlap.
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Before substituting, verify thread fit, gasket sealing dimensions, height clearance, bypass behavior, and anti-drainback requirements for your specific application.