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Oil filter and "charcoal box" relocation

Old Aug 4, 2012 | 12:31 PM
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I have a 1998 2dr blazer, 4x4. I need to know if there is anyway to relocate my factory oil filter? Im afraid that a stump or rock is gonna kill it? Anyone every done this? Also I would like to move the black box that's in the rear bumper/ fender well on drivers side. I thinks it's known as a "charcoal box" either way it needs to be moved away from my approach angle! Thanks for the help and sorry if this has been already covered, I couldn't find anything on it.
 

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Old Aug 4, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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well you need to tell us what your driving.
since i am not sure i am gonna go off what i think you can do.
the oil filter can basically be put anywhere you want, i have read that some people move it up on the frame by the wheel well.
basically you need to extend the lines, what i did was use high pressure tranny line and adjustable clamps when my oil lines went out. i mounted the new lines to the old fittings.
that method could be use to relocate the oil filter.
i would think the charcoal box would be easier, that could be move up in front of the spare maybe on the frame cross member.

all that is based on what i would do with my own ride.
 
Old Aug 4, 2012 | 06:16 PM
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Sounds alot easier than i was thinking! Sorry I was rushing I have a 1998 blazer 2dr 4x4. What do most of you do for skid plates up front? Thanks
 

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Old Aug 4, 2012 | 07:09 PM
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Will Zr2 skid plates work?
 

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Old Aug 4, 2012 | 09:03 PM
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Yes thwey will
 
Old Aug 4, 2012 | 10:17 PM
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Yes...i actually have the older zr2 aluminum ones on my ride
 
Old Aug 5, 2012 | 09:00 AM
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Is a junk yard the best place to get them? Anyone ever made there own?
 
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