Oil filter drain deflector

[carfixer]

Ford finally fixed a problem that every tech and owner that changes his/her own oil has complained about since the 2003 panther platform came out. When changing the oil filter, oil gets all over the frame and power steering rack.

On the '05 models, they are now using a little plastic deflector to channel the oil away from the frame and rack. I borrowed ;) one off a new car and guess what, it fits on my car.

It has 2 molded in clips that clip right onto the P/S pressure line just below the oil filter. Just spin the filter loose and let the oil drain from the filter and into your catch pan instead of the frame and rack!!

I got the part number from my parts department: 5W1Z-6N634-AA. The part is so new, there is no price on it and no stock in the country yet as of 2/11/05.

Here's a couple of pics of it:
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_top-med.jpg
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_bottom-med.jpg

[martyo]

Looks like I will be needing one of those! I have to keep L.K. clean after all.

[jgc61sr2002]

I will need one also. Thanks for the heads up. :up:

[RoyLPita]

Keep us posted on a price, please.

[DEFYANT]

How 'bout it Mr. Ray The Dealer?? How much?

[TheDealer]

Like Carfixer said. NO stock and no price yet.

[RoyLPita]

Shakes 26 and saw one for ourselves. It is a tad smaller than the photos.

[TheDealer]

I'm going to email the Ford Parts Assistance Center. I'll ask them for price and availability. Hope to have an answer Monday or Tues.

[CRUZTAKER]

Thanks Claude!

Nice find. I can't wait for it to become available.

[RF Overlord]

Thanks, Ray...and thanks to Claude for finding it...this news is muy bueno. :bows:

[Smokie]

Thanks Claude, great find. sounds like a great bang for the buck modification.;)

[cyclone03]

I WILL have one of these!

[RoyLPita]

I tried it out on Shakes 26 MM. It does the job quite well. I may have one of the pieces before I get the car.

[Marauderman]

I feel there are hundreds of us waiting, wouldn't you say...............

[MARAUDER S/C #5]

YES..............:up:

[BillyGman]

Looks like a great idea to me. It would definately make life a little easier during an oil change.

[shakes_26]

Royl changed the oil in the MM in a jiffy, and this little catcher we 'evaluated' from another vehicle worked perfect. Its about the size of your hand (unless your name is Shaq). I will either get this from the parts counter, or go rent a 2005 crown vic......

[metroplex]

Ford finally fixed a problem that every tech and owner that changes his/her own oil has complained about since the 2003 panther platform came out. When changing the oil filter, oil gets all over the frame and power steering rack.
Make that every 79-up Panther, and almost every 79-up Fox Chassis Ford.

The deflector is a solution to a problem that does not exist. The oil that gets on your frame and PS rack (for R&P) or steering linkages (for RB) simply protects it from rust as years go on.

The parts that DO NOT get an oil bath tend to rust after a few years. Either way, your car is still fully functional.

What's next? Are people going to complain their tires wear out when driving? :help:

[FordNut]

Make that every 79-up Panther, and almost every 79-up Fox Chassis Ford.

The deflector is a solution to a problem that does not exist. The oil that gets on your frame and PS rack (for R&P) or steering linkages (for RB) simply protects it from rust as years go on.

The parts that DO NOT get an oil bath tend to rust after a few years. Either way, your car is still fully functional.

What's next? Are people going to complain their tires wear out when driving? :help:
Oil that puddles on the crossmember and then drips on the garage floor may not sound like a problem to you, but for some of us it is a big deal.

[King Fubar]

I will either get this from the parts counter, or go rent a 2005 crown vic......


I'm thinking of making a stealthy night assault at the ford dealer.... :D

[RoyLPita]

Make that every 79-up Panther, and almost every 79-up Fox Chassis Ford.

The deflector is a solution to a problem that does not exist. The oil that gets on your frame and PS rack (for R&P) or steering linkages (for RB) simply protects it from rust as years go on.

The parts that DO NOT get an oil bath tend to rust after a few years. Either way, your car is still fully functional.

What's next? Are people going to complain their tires wear out when driving? :help:

What rust is going to form on a power steering rack and cross member that is made of aluminum???? :argue:

[SouLRioT]

Hey Brian, Maybe we could pull the one off my fathers '05 company car.

[the_pack_rat]

What rust is going to form on a power steering rack and cross member that is made of aluminum???? :argue:

Agreed.

No point in getting the aluminum all discolored & scuzzy if ya' don't have to.

[King Fubar]

[QUOTE=metroplex]What's next? Are people going to complain their tires wear out when driving?{/QUOTE]


Now that you mention it....:mad2:

[Krytin]

Make that every 79-up Panther, and almost every 79-up Fox Chassis Ford.

The deflector is a solution to a problem that does not exist. The oil that gets on your frame and PS rack (for R&P) or steering linkages (for RB) simply protects it from rust as years go on.

The parts that DO NOT get an oil bath tend to rust after a few years. Either way, your car is still fully functional.

What's next? Are people going to complain their tires wear out when driving? :help:
Or you could do us all a favor & stay on the CV net!

[jgc61sr2002]

I'm thinking of making a stealthy night assault at the ford dealer.... :D

He He :D
How much could a piece of plastic cost. I'am sure it will be available shortly.

[King Fubar]

He He :D
How much could a piece of plastic cost. I'am sure it will be available shortly.

Coming as a probably a dealer only item for a while at least about $135.00

[CRUZTAKER]

........or go rent a 2005 crown vic......
NIIIIIICE!

Now where did I put that Enterprise coupon....:baaa:

[jgc61sr2002]

NIIIIIICE!

Now where did I put that Enterprise coupon....:baaa:


Barry - They will even come and pick you up. :D

[B.C. Bake]

Yes there are,,,,,,I want one....I want one.....I want one!!!!:D

[rayjay]

I'm in for one!

[ncmm]

I feel there are hundreds of us waiting, wouldn't you say...............
Maybe a TSB is in order. . .:D

[hitchhiker]

I'm in for one!
Me Too!

Great idea.

Thanks for posting this information.

Best Regards,

David

[Bradley G]

You might ask them to bring the appropriate tools also!:D

...While your at it might want to swap batteries too!;)
BradleyG
And of course,.. siphon....no,.. wait, They charge for that.

Barry - They will even come and pick you up. :D

[RF Overlord]

Or you could do us all a favor & stay on the CV net!

Krytin: Be nice. :mad:

metro: Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain...some of us are glad you're over here too...

[Bootlegger]

I don't think i need one as long as Carfixer has one....Right Tallboy!!!!

[Dark_Knight7096]

That late night raid on a dealership doesn't sound too bad, WE'LL BUST THAT OUT SOCOM STYLE!!!!!!!!!! Doesn't really work on you guys, it's more of an inside joke....ahhhh i'm an idiot.

[Black 04]

I'm in for one!!

C'mon Ray (Dealer) work your magic...

[Krytin]

Krytin: Be nice. :mad:

metro: Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain...some of us are glad you're over here too...
I'm sorry - my bad.
My comment was a blatant over-reaction to a less than positive statement. I will try to refrain from similar reactions.

Now some people will think that I am making some kind of sarcastic attempt with the above statement, and many of those people will not believe me when I say that I truly am sorry, but I am. Metro has as much right to post comments as anyone!

[Embassy]

I am definatley interested in one of these.

Thanks for sharing the part number and posting a pic.

[valleyman]

I gotta have one of these. Thanks for the info.

[Marauderjack]

I want one too!!!! :beer:

[metroplex]

The 03-up Panthers get nice tin foil suspensions - I forgot about that.

The 79-02 Panthers had real suspensions and frames made of steel that would rust w/o a nice layer of oil!

As for the dumbass remark about oil puddling on the garage floor... use a damn cover for the ground if you're that concerned. I keep large cardboard boxes from refrigerators/dryers that I purchased in the past and slide that underneath. Rarely do I get oil spills on the cardboard because I have something that's called an oil catch pan. You know, the device that holds the oil you drain out of the engine oil pan...

Is that oil deflector going to prevent oil from dripping on the floor during a change? I thought it was there to prevent oil from getting on your steering rack? Or is this a magical deflector that keeps your Marauder's depreciation at bay?

For the 79-02 Panther owners that were that concerned about oil on the steering... they used cheap plastic bags to cover the linkages during oil changes. I stopped bothering with the bags because the oil keeps everything rust free. After 24 years, my 81 T-bird is rust free on the side where oil has caked and built into a 2" layer on the LCA bolts and steering rack. The other side that doesn't have oil has surface rust.

I'd vote that in the year 2025, I'd probably keep the Marauder underbody as greasy as possible to slow down or prevent rusting. Functionality over presentation. No one gives a crap about how clean the underbody of your car looks because it's a car... meant to be driven... on dirty roads. :bandit:

[MM2004]

No one said you had to buy one! :censor:

Some people here drive their MM's in fair weather only, while maintaining a show car appearance underneath. :bows:

If they want to buy one of these deflectors and prevent 2" of oil from gathering on their suspension that is their perogative.

'Nuff said.

BTW. I want one too!


The 03-up Panthers get nice tin foil suspensions - I forgot about that.

The 79-02 Panthers had real suspensions and frames made of steel that would rust w/o a nice layer of oil!

As for the dumbass remark about oil puddling on the garage floor... use a damn cover for the ground if you're that concerned. I keep large cardboard boxes from refrigerators/dryers that I purchased in the past and slide that underneath. Rarely do I get oil spills on the cardboard because I have something that's called an oil catch pan. You know, the device that holds the oil you drain out of the engine oil pan...

Is that oil deflector going to prevent oil from dripping on the floor during a change? I thought it was there to prevent oil from getting on your steering rack? Or is this a magical deflector that keeps your Marauder's depreciation at bay?

For the 79-02 Panther owners that were that concerned about oil on the steering... they used cheap plastic bags to cover the linkages during oil changes. I stopped bothering with the bags because the oil keeps everything rust free. After 24 years, my 81 T-bird is rust free on the side where oil has caked and built into a 2" layer on the LCA bolts and steering rack. The other side that doesn't have oil has surface rust.

I'd vote that in the year 2025, I'd probably keep the Marauder underbody as greasy as possible to slow down or prevent rusting. Functionality over presentation. No one gives a crap about how clean the underbody of your car looks because it's a car... meant to be driven... on dirty roads. :bandit:

[TheFlatlander]

Me too........

[gonzo50]

As for the dumbass remark about oil puddling on the garage floor... use a damn cover for the ground if you're that concerned. I keep large cardboard boxes from refrigerators/dryers that I purchased in the past and slide that underneath. Rarely do I get oil spills on the cardboard because I have something that's called an oil catch pan. You know, the device that holds the oil you drain out of the engine oil pan...

No one gives a crap about how clean the underbody of your car looks because it's a car... meant to be driven... on dirty roads. :bandit:
I don't think the remark you are referring to is dumbass, as you say. If I had oil on the ground under my car, I would want to know where it's coming from,(maybe a leak), one less thing to worry about. :coolman:

As far as cardboard boxes under your car, that must look real tacky, and I only use an oil catch pan when I change the oil, not to leave under the car to catch the oil residue as you do. :bs:

I give a crap about how my underbody looks, because the cleaner the car the better to spot leaks and stuff, plus a dirty car retains more heat than a clean car. :burnout:

If you don't want one of the plastic covers, then don't get one....nuff said :argue:

[drobin]

I want one so I can do away with the aluminum foil and it's about time this improvement made it's debute.


Drobin
Donald

[CRUZTAKER]

OK...

Let's try this scenario:

If you think think part is unsubstantial, don't post here. Post somewhere else. Go away.
There's more of us than there is of you. If you like a leaky class III oil covered underside...fine...be proud and share it with all of us. BUT DROP IT NOW. YOU MADE YOUR POINT, LEAVE US ALONE NOW. Not forever, just in THIS THREAD.

Lately too many threads are being washed as a result of one person disagreeing.

A few folks, maybe more, don't see this product as a good idea. Perhaps if I was driving a '92 crown vic....doh...I DO...and I didn't mind oil leaking all over my underbody...and I don't as a matter of fact because the beater vic is just that...a beater....

And my garage...let's not go there. Those who have seen it know that my BARN has more holes in the concrete than the moon. Enough holes to catch that dropping oil and no one would ever walk on it. But I sure won't throw card board down full time. As it is an oil change requires an entire Sunday newspaper just to catch spillage from this poor design.

But my Marauder is new, it's clean...it's NOT a beater. I am proud of the engine compartment and underside cleanliness. The spot it parks in in my barn, albeit a holy mess....doesn't have a single oil mark, and damnit that is the way it's gonna be.

[danbike]

I just went to our dealer and put one on order. The more orders, the more likely it will get into stock sooner.

[TheDealer]

I bought all Ford had. I got 12 in this morning. I still don't have a price yet.

[BillyGman]

The 03-up Panthers get nice tin foil suspensions - I forgot about that.

The 79-02 Panthers had real suspensions and frames made of steel that would rust w/o a nice layer of oil!


Hmmm, keeping your car oily and dirty to prevent rust. Now that's a novel concept. I thought that's what paint was for. Anyway, I had read somewhere that Ford beefed up the frames on the all the panthers beginning in 03 (which ofcourse includes Marauders :D ), because there were cracks found in a few of the frames of the 01 and 02 CV police interceptors.

[RoyLPita]

That means free with free shipping , right????! J/k

[gdmjoe]

I bought all Ford had. I got 12 in this morning. I still don't have a price yet.
When you get a price, let me know and I will definitely buy one from you. Just let me know.

*Can do PayPal.

[Tallboy]

I don't think i need one as long as Carfixer has one....Right Tallboy!!!!Exactly! I already called him about this.

50+ responses and a couple debates on an oil deflector thread. Carfixer-see what you started? :D

I'm really starting to worry about you guys...[oh, wait a minute, I'm one of you!]

[drobin]

Ordered mine from Ray already..........

drobin
Donald

[Krytin]

I bought all Ford had. I got 12 in this morning. I still don't have a price yet.
Thanks Ray!

[Black 04]

Ordered mine from Ray already..........

drobin
Donald


Ordered mine also from Ray. :beer:

[Krytin]

That's at least three gone!

[TheDealer]

And The Price Is. $12.57 List, Your Cost $9.00 Plus Shipping.

[Kelly]

I changed the oil on a '05 Grand Marquis the other day, and the new oil catcher works perfect, Ray I want one.

[Krytin]

And The Price Is. $12.57 List, Your Cost $9.00 Plus Shipping.
Thanks again Ray! You're simply the best.....Parts Guy!

[RF Overlord]

Just ordered mine from Ray...they're going fast!

[CRUZTAKER]

Thanks Ray....got mine!!!;)

[gonzo50]

Just ordered mine from Ray...they're going fast!

Thanks Ray....got mine!!!;)
Just ordered mine from Ray too.....I think he's down to about six or five or maybe less by now, Thanks Ray. :banana2:

[TheDealer]

You're all quite welcome. It's a pleasure to hear from all of you. Your orders will be shipped out tomorrow moring via UPS ground so you should have them in 1-3 day depending on where you are. Thanx, Ray :beer:

[MM2004]

Ray,

You've got mail!!

Mike.

You're all quite welcome. It's a pleasure to hear from all of you. Your orders will be shipped out tomorrow moring via UPS ground so you should have them in 1-3 day depending on where you are. Thanx, Ray :beer:

[jgc61sr2002]

I bought all Ford had. I got 12 in this morning. I still don't have a price yet.
Ray - Way to go. :up: Is it held on by plastic rivets?

[Black 04]

Thanks again Ray! You're simply the best.....Parts Guy!

Thanks again Ray, we can always count on you. :up:

[Marauderman]

Wonderful Ray--I must have missed the cost earlier--but I want one too hopefully--have sent you a PM--...Tom

[carfixer]

Ray - Way to go. :up: Is it held on by plastic rivets?
It has 2 clips that attach to the metal power steering pressure line just below the oil filter.
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_bottom-med.jpg

[jgc61sr2002]

It has 2 clips that attach to the metal power steering pressure line just below the oil filter.
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_bottom-med.jpg



Thanks. :up:

[Merc-O-matic]

Ray, Please check your
PM box. I will take one, Thanks

Merc-O-Matic

[TheDealer]

I AM SOLD OUT.... I HAVE MORE ON ORDER BUT DON'T KNOW WHEN. I WILL POST WHEN I GET THEM. THANX, RAY

[Krytin]

By the way ray - Thanks, I got mine Thusday & it's a beauty!

[MENINBLK]

I AM SOLD OUT.... I HAVE MORE ON ORDER BUT DON'T KNOW WHEN. I WILL POST WHEN I GET THEM. THANX, RAY

Hey Ray,

Why don't you start a GROUP BUY ???
I'd like to get in line for one too...

[gonzo50]

By the way ray - Thanks, I got mine Thusday & it's a beauty!

Just ordered mine from Ray too.....Thanks Ray. :banana2:
Received mine Friday the 18th, will install on my next oil change, I thought it would be bigger than what it is....it fits in the palm of my hand. Thanks Ray. :)

[gdmjoe]

Got mine Friday (18Feb'); will be installed when I do the next oil change.

Thanks Ray :up:

*It's true what they say about cameras (and pic's) ... they always add a few pounds!
Meaning - Was expecting it to be bigger; guess it's like snow ... you never know how many inches you'll get. :D

[imorb1994]

It has 2 clips that attach to the metal power steering pressure line just below the oil filter.
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_bottom-med.jpg


Ford finally fixed a problem that every tech and owner that changes his/her own oil has complained about since the 2003 panther platform came out. When changing the oil filter, oil gets all over the frame and power steering rack.

On the '05 models, they are now using a little plastic deflector to channel the oil away from the frame and rack. I borrowed ;) one off a new car and guess what, it fits on my car.

It has 2 molded in clips that clip right onto the P/S pressure line just below the oil filter. Just spin the filter loose and let the oil drain from the filter and into your catch pan instead of the frame and rack!!

I got the part number from my parts department: 5W1Z-6N634-AA. The part is so new, there is no price on it and no stock in the country yet as of 2/11/05.

Here's a couple of pics of it:
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_top-med.jpg
http://www.mercurygallery.net/mmnet/data/500/1190oil_drain_bottom-med.jpg
do these pictures work for anybody?
just bought one of these and can't figure out how it goes on

[RoyLPita]

do these pictures work for anybody?
just bought one of these and can't figure out how it goes on

OLD THREAD ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!!

You have a PM.