Haven't seen it in a while but has anyone tried those magnets that attach to the filters to draw any metal particles in the oil. I guess you should need it with a good filter but how about when your breaking in a new motor? I'm sure it helps there.
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ORIGINAL: 03YellowPonyI disagree with your statement on Fram filters. I've been using them for over 20 years, and have had absolutly no problem with them. Hey, if they're good enough for NASCAR and NHRA, they're good enough for me!
I used to think Fram filters were the best. Now I believe their quality has taken a dive. I had a seal blow on me and I lost all of my oil. By the Grace of God the engine did not suffer any damage. Then after that I was changing the filter on '93 Talon where the filter mount is hidden. I changed the oil and started the motor and did a check and oil was leaking out by the filter. Turns out the Fram seal had stuck to the filter housing so I had my new filter on top of that. Now I need to change my oil and will look at the K&N as I have seen them around. I had switched to the best Purolator without trouble but like it was said what is an extra $10. if it truly makes that much od a difference. My engine is too valuable for me to take chances with. mark
I use Motocraft oil filters and have used them since I've owned my car. They are designed and engineered by the Ford Motor Co. and I wouldn't use anything else.
My family has always used Fram, nothing that special but never any problems, so why switch when its working. My Mustang is an 1988 2.3L with 138,000 I run Pennsoil 10w-40
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I have used Fram filters nearly exclusively in Fords and other cars for 35 years, never had a problem. Of course, I change my oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles so the filter doesn't have to last too long.
Glad somebody found the link, I was going to post it myself. Chrysler 2.2 and 2.5L engines can use the Ford filters. I have always used the Ford (Motorcraft) FL1A on my Ford products. I also use Castrol 10W-40 except on the truck in the summer, then I use 20W-50. I have had my oil checked in the lab I work in and found that the FL1A removes a whole lot of stuff.
You might consider that most of the filters out there, are designed to meet the minimum spec at the lowest cost for the manufacturer. Most of the filters out there, do not filter the smallest metal particles. These would be particles under 50microns.
A good way to keep your oil clean, from those hard metal particles, is to use magnets. The magnetic drain plug is not even a half hearted attempt. Try one of the in-line filters that Ford has for auto trans. part # XC3Z-7B155-BA for trans and power steering. For engine oil, you might check Emerging Enterprises or Boss Products for a spin on adapter.
The ones that stick to the outside of filters are not as effective, becasue the oil is not in contact with the magnet. Make sure you get magnetic fitlers that put the oil right on the magnet.
I have been using these filters for years, and have been able to extend my drain interval.
I used to use FRAM, but switched to K&N when I bought my Mach1. No more cheap stuff, even for my other cars. Even my wife's Sonata deserves some respect.
i bought a motorcraft filter from murrays a while ago. the kid who got me the filter mumbled ...cheap... i wanted to kick his ass. its great how these punks think theyre mechanics cause they work at auto stores. its always fun talking to the guys at the back desk, i always embarass them
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Those "crap" Fram oil filters and Walmart Tech 2000 brand oil got me 250,000 miles on my old mustang. So do you guys think if I was smart and listened to Jglisson suggestions, I would have gotten 500,000 miles ?
Not to doubt you sources but A.C. Delco are made by general motors I have been in the plant that makes them. They are made in the Flint Mish. plant they also make spark plugs there. It was very interesting watching the oil filters being made they even have a little paint booth that they run the filters thru. It was also interesting to watch the filter medium being folded and stuffed into the filter. What amazed me was only 1 person runs the whole show its totally robotics
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At work we use fleetguar don all our busses and crownvics most fo rthe busses have 300k onthem and most of the vice have 200k and all are on original motors and still are in A+ shape. For a Fleet vehical to have 300k on a factory equiped motors says alot.
On my stang i use k&n or purlator w/ 20w50 in summer 10w40 in winter
What would you suggest for me? I have used Mobil 1 synthetic oil and filters in the past, but stopped because of the cost. See, I travel about 4,300 miules/month, so change my oil about once every 3 week. Therefore spending extra money on a top of the line filter or expensive oil seems silly....
In your new vehicle, you might want to start out right, and add extra filter protection. The benefits are longer life of your powertrain, lower cost of ownership, greater operational reliability.
Using good quality oil, like Mobil 1 and filters is the first step. Adding magnetic filtration is the step most forget. This will reduce friction, taking away some of that power robbing friction and improving performance.
Keeping the hard metal particles out of your oil, will allow you to keep it in your engine longer. You could easily get 10,000 miles between oil changes, if the oil is kept clean. Magnetic filtration is the only way to ensure that the most damaging particles in your oil do not continue to circulate.
If you haven't thought of it before, add in-line filters to your power steering, and if you have an automatic trans, add one to that as well. The easiest to install is the spin on that goes onto your engine. This will not void your warranty, and will add years of reliability to your powertrain (engine, trans and powersteering systems).
With the addition of magnetic filters, you can extend your oil drain intervals, and save a few dollars on oil changes.
Check the link, on the right side of the Forum, to Boss Products, they offer filters for your vehicle. The bottom line is, you are better off with magnetic filtration than you are without it.
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