[bmcgc]

Does anyone know of a U.S. supplier?

All the links I found on a web search were dead.

 

[Huntingky]

Did a couple quick searches and nothing. They have a Facebook page but it hasn't been updated since 2018. There is a phone number on the page though, probably disconnected ha ha. Could try it and see if it goes through, maybe they would have a contact.
214-769-4555

 

[rusty1161]

I don’t have any links to a Tefba supplier but an alternative is this AF64-2043 - BILLET RADIATOR FILTER

Rusty

 

[PB65stang]

I don’t have any links to a Tefba supplier but an alternative is this AF64-2043 - BILLET RADIATOR FILTER

Rusty

Yup - my research indicated that this was the same thing, just made in billet instead of plastic. I plan to get one.

 

[rusty1161]

Yup - my research indicated that this was the same thing, just made in billet instead of plastic. I plan to get one.

I have one and it’s well made. The machining and finish are very good. The only maintenance item is the o-ring. And being made of aluminum instead of plastic, it should outlast the car and me.

Rusty

 

[Caper50]

What about Gano filter in Ca.? Gano Auto Coolant Filter Company

 

[kenash]

That's a rather "spendy" part. For those that have them, how often should one check to insure "it" isn't clogged. I've never run one and I know they have many fans. Do these filters really accomplish their goal? BTW, the "hype" seems to be a scare tactic.

 

[jeff@]

That's a rather "spendy" part. For those that have them, how often should one check to insure "it" isn't clogged. I've never run one and I know they have many fans. Do these filters really accomplish their goal? BTW, the "hype" seems to be a scare tactic.

Exactly what i was wondering!

 

[rusty1161]

That's a rather "spendy" part. For those that have them, how often should one check to insure "it" isn't clogged. I've never run one and I know they have many fans. Do these filters really accomplish their goal? BTW, the "hype" seems to be a scare tactic.

In my case, my rebuilt 289 put a bunch of junk into the filter, and fortunately stayed out of my radiator. Cheaper than replacing my new radiator or getting it rodded out. It’s taken a few cleanings to get the amount of junk down to about zero. You could do the same with something like panty hose I suppose. Since it’s installed already, I’ll leave it in and check it periodically. The convenience of checking it without a mess has value, too. I think it’s worth it in my situation.

Rusty

 

[zray]

That's a rather "spendy" part. For those that have them, how often should one check to insure "it" isn't clogged. I've never run one and I know they have many fans. Do these filters really accomplish their goal? BTW, the "hype" seems to be a scare tactic.

i don’t know about the Gano, I rejected it because to clean it requires taking it off, not that big of deal actually, but the TEFBA style seems to have easier maintenance so I went with it.

No hype. Even with a fresh overhaul, these engines are continually shedding iron grit and iron dust. I cleaned mine out every time I changed the engine oil. There was always a teaspoon to a tablespoon of debris in the filter screen.

Just get it. Your radiator, water pump, and wallet will thank you.

Z

PS If the aluminum version had been available when I purchased mine I would’ve gone for it in a heartbeat. Exact copy apparently made under license from Tefba.

 

[Woodchuck]

Cheap, everyday womens "anklet stockings". Remove upper hose at thermostat housing, stuff stocking inside and roll top over outside of hose. Reinstall hose on thermostat housing. Trim excess, or leave it if you like a nice lacy hose. LOL.

 

[kenash]

i don’t know about the Gano, I rejected it because to clean it requires taking it off, not that big of deal actually, but the TEFBA style seems to have easier maintenance so I went with it.

No hype. Even with a fresh overhaul, these engines are continually shedding iron grit and iron dust. I cleaned mine out every time I changed the engine oil. There was always a teaspoon to a tablespoon of debris in the filter screen.

Just get it. Your radiator, water pump, and wallet will thank you.

Z

PS If the aluminum version had been available when I purchased mine I would’ve gone for it in a heartbeat. Exact copy apparently made under license from Tefba.

Ok, being inline is there any valid concerns about the debris creating a restriction, thereby, causing a reduction in flow? If so, will diminish overtime as more and more debris is collected and removed? I just have "0" experience with their use.

 

[kenash]

Cheap, everyday womens "anklet stockings". Remove upper hose at thermostat housing, stuff stocking inside and roll top over outside of hose. Reinstall hose on thermostat housing. Trim excess, or leave it if you like a nice lacy hose. LOL.

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Oh my, it's getting more interesting fellas.......

 

[rusty1161]

Ok, being inline is there any valid concerns about the debris creating a restriction, thereby, causing a reduction in flow? If so, will diminish overtime as more and more debris is collected and removed? I just have "0" experience with their use.

Sure there will be a reduction in flow, but the fix is simple to identify and fix, versus all of that junk in the radiator causing the restriction.

Rusty

 

[zray]

Ok, being inline is there any valid concerns about the debris creating a restriction, thereby, causing a reduction in flow? If so, will diminish overtime as more and more debris is collected and removed? I just have "0" experience with their use.

In my experience there is sufficient surface area to the screen to handle the flow without substantial restriction. Start out by checking it every hundred miles driven or every 2 hours of drive time , whichever comes first. Then you can gauge how often is needed for screen cleaning.

I had my Tefba type filter in place for 88,000 miles / ten+ years. It never collected enough debris to clog, because I made it a priority to check it on a scheduled basis. Very simple.

Z

 

[zray]

Cheap, everyday womens "anklet stockings". Remove upper hose at thermostat housing, stuff stocking inside and roll top over outside of hose. Reinstall hose on thermostat housing. Trim excess, or leave it if you like a nice lacy hose. LOL.

Oh my, it's getting more interesting fellas.......

Woodchuck has been wanting us to dress up our cars in women’s undies ever since his mom put a dress on him

( Please don’t hate me for my perverted humor )

Z

 

[GT289]

That's a rather "spendy" part. For those that have them, how often should one check to insure "it" isn't clogged. I've never run one and I know they have many fans. Do these filters really accomplish their goal? BTW, the "hype" seems to be a scare tactic.

I've got brass Ganos on all my "vintage" vehicles.
Their worth may vary by engine design. I never get a lot of junk out of the ones in Mustangs. The two in my flathead truck
are another story. You usually find sand left over from the block casting process in those engines.... even 70+ years later.
Cheap insurance is the theory I'm going with.

 

[BHowe]

So I’ve seen a few of these threads and the two most often discussed are Gano and Tefba. I had this type suggested to me by a buddy, but haven’t seen much discussion on them. Like the Gano, it does need to be removed from the hose to be cleaned, but I’ll take the trade off as I think it looks pretty slick. Any body else have experience with this type? Opinions?

 

[kenash]

My current RAD has been in-place since the early 2000s. Maybe, when I perform my next coolant change, I'll pull it and check the contaminants that have accumulated in the bottom after 16-18 years?

 

[LeeFred]

So I’ve seen a few of these threads and the two most often discussed are Gano and Tefba. I had this type suggested to me by a buddy, but haven’t seen much discussion on them. Like the Gano, it does need to be removed from the hose to be cleaned, but I’ll take the trade off as I think it looks pretty slick. Any body else have experience with this type? Opinions?

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I've run this type for years. The only scary thing about it is that glass...if it cracks or breaks, then you better have another radiator hose handy (I do). I like it because I can keep an eye on the status of the filter in it and if it needs to be changed. Never really accumulated a lot of junk on the old 289. Just some small flakes of rust. It's also a pretty good conversation starter...folks see it and want to know what it is all about.