WIX 51042 oil filter matches
Compare WIX 51042 against compatible oil filters from other brands. Review thread size, gasket dimensions, height, valve behavior, and fitment notes before substituting. This is a research tool, not an automatic guarantee of fitment.
Before substituting: verify filter style, thread size or cartridge dimensions, gasket dimensions, height and clearance, bypass behavior, and your engine or equipment requirements.
Best equivalent matches
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18 compatible options
| Specification | Searched filter WIX 51042 Reference filter | WIX 51042MPBest Match SAFE | SAFE | SAFE | SAFE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 |
| Gasket OD | 69.44 mm | 69.44 mm | 69.98 mm | 69.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Gasket ID | 61.72 mm | 61.72 mm | 60.96 mm | 60.9 mm | 62.2 mm |
| Can OD | 74.19 mm | 74.19 mm | 74.19 mm | 76.2 mm | 77.47 mm |
| Height | 86.46 mm | 86.46 mm | 86.46 mm | 88.9 mm | 88.65 mm |
| Internal bypass valve | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Bypass PSID | Not applicable | Not applicable | 13 - 19 | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Anti-drainback valve | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Other suitable matches
Sorted best-fit first. Dot rating summarizes relative fit without exposing the raw score. How matching is scored.
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Closest known dimensional difference: height +17.5 mm. Verify application-specific requirements before substituting.
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Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass
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Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass
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Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass
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Closest known dimensional difference: height +18.4 mm. Verify application-specific requirements before substituting.
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Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass
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Closest known dimensional difference: height +24.6 mm. Verify application-specific requirements before substituting.
1.0/5.0
RISKY17
Candidate adds internal bypass; usually redundant with engine-mounted bypass
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Bypass presence unknown on one or both filters
Documented vehicle and equipment fitment
Fitment data below comes directly from manufacturer catalogs and published cross-reference sources on file for this filter. It is not a substitute for verifying fitment against your specific vehicle or equipment.
Other (1 vehicle/engine combination)
- 1975-1976 Unspecified vehicle