{"product_id":"wix-premium-racing-spin-on-oil-filter-51515r-3-4-16-built-vw-performance-17-2924-0","title":"Wix 51515R Racing Oil Filter — Spin-On, 3\/4\"-16 Thread | Built VW Performance (17-2924-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWix 51515R Racing Spin-On Oil Filter — 3\/4\"-16 Thread (17-2924-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eWix 51515R\u003c\/b\u003e is the racing-grade version of the 51515 oil filter. It keeps the same \u003cb\u003e3\/4\"-16 thread\u003c\/b\u003e but adds significantly more filter media area and a stiffer construction designed to withstand the pressure spikes of high-RPM race engines. The \"R\" suffix is Wix's standard nomenclature for performance\/racing variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Air-Cooled (full-flow conversion):\u003c\/b\u003e Built\/race engines — fits Beetle, Bus, Karmann Ghia, Thing, and Type 3 engines set up for full-flow oil filtration, where the extra media area and racing-grade construction earn their keep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal:\u003c\/b\u003e Any application calling for Wix 51515R or equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose Wix?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWix has been making filtration products in North Carolina since 1939. The 51515R is the racing-spec sibling of one of the most common 3\/4\"-16 spin-on filters made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRacing-Grade Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Stiffer build to handle the pressure spikes of high-RPM race engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMore Media Area:\u003c\/b\u003e Significantly more filter media than the standard 51515.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAnti-Drainback Valve:\u003c\/b\u003e Keeps oil in the filter for faster protection on start-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrop-In Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct upgrade from the standard 51515 (17-2923-0) when the engine sees track time or sustained high RPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWix Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e 51515R (Racing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThread Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/4\"-16 (standard automotive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e ~5.17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAnti-Drainback Valve:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBypass Valve Setting:\u003c\/b\u003e ~8-11 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEMPI Part #:\u003c\/b\u003e 17-2924-0 (replaces previous EMPI part 17-2921-0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924590630\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard vs Racing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're filtering a stock or mild street engine, the standard 51515 (17-2923-0) is correct and saves $12. If you're filtering a built engine that spends time at sustained high RPM or sees real track use, the 51515R's extra media area and stiffer construction are worth the upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow is the 51515R different from the standard 51515?\u003c\/b\u003e The 51515R has significantly more filter media area and a stiffer, racing-grade construction to handle high-RPM pressure spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo I need the racing filter for a stock engine?\u003c\/b\u003e No — for a stock or mild street engine the standard 51515 (17-2923-0) is correct. Choose the 51515R for built engines seeing sustained high RPM or track use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat thread size is it?\u003c\/b\u003e Standard 3\/4\"-16 automotive spin-on thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding or servicing your oiling system? 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