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Originally Posted by XwChriswX
I use the PL14612 which is shorter than the 10. Allows you to have more grasp around it to grip/turn. Recently swapped one on a 2012 and it was still close to tight. I'm cautious about recommending a thermostatic plate, even though its the way to go... Worried about clearance.  |
I don't think the size difference between the Mocal thermostatic plate and the non-thermostatic plate is a big enough difference (or any at all) to affect filter size/access. Like you, I just found that using the smaller (stock sized) filter gave me more room to maneuver/remove later.