Bruce, look inside the Fram and see if it has a pressure relief
spring. Last time I used a Fram filter it didn't have one, but that
was a long time ago.

A better option is a Mobil 1 filter. Use it while you wait on your
mail-order Mahle.  Bus Depot sells them in multi-packs.

2010/1/25, Bruce Mentzer <mentzerb@mac.com>:
> Thanks to all on the list for your advice...I primed the pump and she came
> right up. What a wonderful surprise.
>
> I've never had this problem with the van in the 5 years I've run it, so it
> was a tense few days.
>
> Best to you and thanks for all who keep the list going...
>
> Stop by my house any day...just off the north side outer loop...best
> espresso this side of Naples.
>
> Bruce
>
> On Jan 25, 2010, at 8:10 AM, Kenneth Lewis wrote:
>
>> Bruce,
>>
>> Is it possible there is a problem with the filter?
>>
>> Personally, I always pre-fill the cartridge with new oil. Otherwise, the
>> engine runs dry for the few seconds it takes to fill.
>>
>>
>> Ken Lewis
>> http://neksiwel.20m.com/
>

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