Wix 51283 Engine Oil Filter

WIX 51283 Oil Filter for Porsche 911

The WIX 51283 engine oil filter is built for Porsche 911 applications from 1972-1994 and supports OE-recommended oil change intervals. It is designed for use with conventional, synthetic, and synthetic-blended motor oils in normal driving and severe service conditions.

With enhanced cellulose media, a silicone anti-drainback valve, and a spin-on lube filter design, this filter helps maintain oil flow and capture contaminants during everyday driving, short trips, stop-and-go traffic, and extended highway use. The WIX 51283 is a direct service part for Porsche 911 owners looking for a dependable replacement oil filter.

Key Features

• Fits 1972-1994 Porsche 911, N/A
• Spin-on lube filter style with 1-12 thread size
• Enhanced cellulose media for contaminant capture
• Silicone anti-drainback valve helps reduce dry starts
• Bypass relief valve setting: 28-30
• Micron rating: 21.00
• Flow rate: 12-16 GPM
• Burst pressure: 365
• Outer diameter: 3.663 in; height: 5.879 in

Detailed Description

The WIX 51283 is an engine oil filter engineered for Porsche 911 models across the 1972-1994 range. Its enhanced cellulose media is built to trap dirt and contaminants while maintaining oil flow, and the silicone anti-drainback valve helps keep oil in the filter when the engine is shut off. That matters for Porsche 911 service where clean oil delivery and consistent filtration are important during regular maintenance intervals.

This part cross-references NAPA Gold Filters 1283 and Purolator PC 231 for the same application. If you are searching for a Porsche 911 oil filter, WIX 51283, or a direct replacement for routine oil service, this filter matches the listed fitment and service requirements.

What It Helps Address

• Oil contamination from normal engine wear
• Dry engine starts after shutdown
• Reduced filtration performance during severe driving
• Service intervals that require a replacement Porsche 911 oil filter
• Maintaining oil flow in stop-and-go or short-trip driving

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread size, height, and outer diameter before installation on your Porsche 911. Replace the filter during scheduled oil service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended oil change interval. Confirm the sealing surface is clean before installing the new filter and check for leaks after startup.

Quality Assurance

WIX publishes laboratory test performance data for this filter family and specifies use with OEM-recommended oil change intervals, typically 3,750 to 10,000 miles and not to exceed 12 months. The WIX 51283 is built for dependable filtration in normal and severe service conditions.