Oil filter plate - top or bottom?

[quee2646]

This is the first time I've changed the oil filter. Unfortunately, the old filter and plate dropped off before I could get a look--does the plate go above or below the filter element?

Thanks!

[greendefender123]

The plate goes under the filter with a spring underneath it pushing the filter up. Make sure you have the spring aswell otherwise the oil will bypass the filter.

[philthehill]

Also make sure that the plate is the right way up.
The centre of the plate should be convex up.
Under the plate is a felt washer and then a flat washer and then the spring - see exploded diagram below:-
http://www.moss-europe.co.uk/shop-by-mo ... 0f3d3.html

If you are not particular about originality fitting the canister oil filter conversion is a much better option.
http://www.morrisminorspares.com/engine ... er-p830101

The filter head can be found also S/H on 'e' bay.

[quee2646]

Thanks all. I think I've done it right now.