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WIX 51045 Oil Filter Cross Reference
Use this page to compare the WIX 51045 with potentially compatible oil filters from other brands. Review thread size, gasket dimensions, overall height, and fitment notes before substituting. A cross reference is a research tool, not an automatic guarantee of fitment.
Before substituting: verify filter style, thread size or cartridge dimensions, gasket dimensions, height, clearance, and application-specific requirements.
Best equivalent matches
The searched filter is shown alongside the four strongest alternatives currently in the database. Compare dimensions, thread details, and compatibility notes before deciding whether a substitute may be appropriate.
12 total results
| Specification | Searched filter WIX 51045 Reference filter | NAPA Gold 1045Best Match Overall match: 95% SAFE | Overall match: 91% SAFE | Overall match: 88% SAFE | Overall match: 88% SAFE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thread size | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 | 13/16-16 |
| Gasket OD | 69.44 mm | 70.1 mm 92% | 69.9 mm 95% | 69.9 mm 95% | 70 mm 94% |
| Gasket ID | 61.72 mm | 62.5 mm 87% | 60.9 mm 87% | 60.9 mm 87% | 60 mm 72% |
| Gasket overlap | Reference | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% | Compared to base 100% |
| Height | 122.6 mm | 122.6 mm 100% | 130.2 mm 74% | 104.8 mm 58% | 113 mm 76% |
| Bypass PSID | Unknown | Unknown Unknown | Unknown Unknown | 14 Unknown | Unknown Unknown |
| Anti-drainback valve | No | Unknown Unknown | No 100% | No 100% | No 100% |
| ID top | Unknown | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A |
| ID bottom | Unknown | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A | Unknown N/A |
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Large gasket OD variation · Large gasket ID variation
Large gasket OD variation · Large gasket ID variation
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Frequently asked questions
What replaces WIX 51045?
Several oil filter alternatives may be compatible with WIX 51045, but you should always verify thread dimensions, gasket sealing dimensions, bypass behavior, anti-drainback valve requirements, and installation clearance before substituting.
How do I confirm a cross reference for WIX 51045?
Compare thread size, thread pitch, gasket outside diameter, gasket inside diameter, can height, bypass pressure range, and anti-drainback valve requirements before using a substitute.
Can I use a different-size oil filter instead of WIX 51045?
Sometimes, but only if thread compatibility, gasket seating, bypass behavior, and physical clearance are all acceptable for the application.