?? Oil Filter Survey ??

[pkchopp]

What type oil filter do you run, and why... type 121, E10 etc.

[napa02]

I use Mann, cause we sell em' at work... And I'm sure that CD will tell you to only use O.E. BMW filters or your car will explode...

[Chamonix72]

I prefer Mann, but I have used a Wix with no issues. However, I always keep an extra Mann on hand.

[Deilke53]

I prefer Mann, but I have used a Wix with no issues. However, I always keep an extra Mann on hand.

Not that there's anything wrong with that:)..the Seahawks do it too.

Wix or re-branded Wix always, never any problem.

[BLUNT]

I use the OC25 Mahle for the higher burst rate after my little oil filter fiasco with my M2. I wish I would have taken a pic of that oil filter. 1/2" longer that stock and all the indentations totally smooth from excessive oil pressure. It literally stretched

[kbmb02]

I use the OC25 Mahle for the higher burst rate after my little oil filter fiasco with my M2. I wish I would have taken a pic of that oil filter. 1/2" longer that stock and all the indentations totally smooth from excessive oil pressure. It literally stretched

Hey Steve. Isn't the Mahle OC84 the oil filter with the higher burst rate? Or do I have them confused...?

[BLUNT]

I use the OC25 Mahle for the higher burst rate after my little oil filter fiasco with my M2. I wish I would have taken a pic of that oil filter. 1/2" longer that stock and all the indentations totally smooth from excessive oil pressure. It literally stretched

Hey Steve. Isn't the Mahle OC84 the oil filter with the higher burst rate? Or do I have them confused...?

no you are right. It is me thats confused. I have a stack of each here. the oc84 is several ounces heavier because of a thicker steel casing

[BillWilliams]

[Chamonix72]

Not that there's anything wrong with that:)..the Seahawks do it too.

Wix or re-branded Wix always, never any problem.

Heh.

[Napes]

I use Mahle OC25s, and have never had a problem.

Bob Napier

[roadhog0]

I've used a NAPA filter, Bosch filters, and now am running a Fram.

[jimk]

Which of those mentioned above FILTER better? Remember tires are usually black and round, but some perform better. So do filters. I don't have the answer because I use none of the above. There are celulose papers and synthetic fiber filter papers and enhanced synthetic filter materials. Each have different removal efficiencies and life before rupture.

So make an intellegent choice and pick one that has superior filtering, has a strong case and has an anti-drainback membrane that doesn't get hard and become non-functional.

[ought2]

Which of those mentioned above FILTER better? Remember tires are usually black and round, but some perform better. So do filters. I don't have the answer because I use none of the above. There are celulose papers and synthetic fiber filter papers and enhanced synthetic filter materials. Each have different removal efficiencies and life before rupture.

So make an intellegent choice and pick one that has superior filtering, has a strong case and has an anti-drainback membrane that doesn't get hard and become non-functional.

Jim, I always follow your posts regarding oil and filters with great interest. Switching my oil to Amsoil synthetic was based on some very helpful information you've provided. I understand that you're not inclined to endorse a particular brand of filter, but to help take the guesswork out, can you narrow things down a bit? TIA

[jgerock]

I use Mahle OC25s, and have never had a problem.

Bob Napier

+1 on these. I have (4) spares on the shelf. They are labeled as Mahle / Knecht.

[BobBreed]

Since I replace then after every race weekend, I use a Napa (WIX) 1335.

Since our first and last race of each year can be in the high 30's early in the morn, I've never blow out the seal in them with the high (c0ld) pressure.

Bob