What is everyone using for Oil Filters? - Page 5

KyBoy · 12-03-2021, 06:24 PM

I like your style

We can see too far.

arpad_m · 12-03-2021, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Start out at $144,000 and come down as needed.

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Originally Posted by KyBoy

I like your style

We can see too far.

You freakin' scalpers, you

KyBoy · 12-03-2021, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

You freakin' scalpers, you

We can see too far.

UnknownJinX · 12-03-2021, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

This right here (aka the magic part number). Newer part numbers are flimsier and cheaper designs. Sure, they're still OEM and still recommended by GM, but...

Correct me if I am wrong, but the newer ones now have a nylon core, which is actually stronger than steel. Of course, it looks cheaper because it's not metal, but it should be pretty sturdy stuff if I can run a few track days on the oil filter without the engine imploding.

FarmerFran · 12-03-2021, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by KyBoy

We can see too far.

arpad_m · 12-03-2021, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by UnknownJinX

Correct me if I am wrong, but the newer ones now have a nylon core, which is actually stronger than steel. Of course, it looks cheaper because it's not metal, but it should be pretty sturdy stuff if I can run a few track days on the oil filter without the engine imploding.

Not sure about the type of the core, you may well be right there, but the top plate is much thinner and the filter itself is shorter, meaning less filtration area overall. Anyway, I do use this newer part and it works well on my non-stock car, too (oil is changed frequently), I just preferred the old, sturdier one.

ZL1plumbin · 12-12-2021, 05:45 PM

I did cut an amsoil filter open today so I could send the filter element off for testing. (This is not for a Camaro)

Not sure about all of them BUT the EA0-17 model had the check valve at the bottom of it.

WhyUMad1LE · 12-12-2021, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by wavsine

Fram filters are absolute crap. A guy on youtube sliced open several filters to show the filter material. Napa makes great filters but if your car is still under warranty, I would stick with the AC Delco PF64 so GM can't blame an engine problem on a third party filter.

Choosing a third party filter requires careful consideration as different manufacturers may have a different relief valve (top/bottom) and use nitrile vs. silicone.

Their cheaper filters aren't great but the Ultra Synthetic is one of the best on the market.

LT4Greg · 12-13-2021, 06:22 AM

The Mobil 1 and Napa Gold both have an oil drain back valve in them. I checked the Mobil 1 I have to see if there was one.

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LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	The Mobil 1 and Napa Gold both have an oil drain back valve in them. I checked the Mobil 1 I have to see if there was one. __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

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ZL1plumbin Drives: ZL1 1LE on order Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: MI Posts: 177	I did cut an amsoil filter open today so I could send the filter element off for testing. (This is not for a Camaro) Not sure about all of them BUT the EA0-17 model had the check valve at the bottom of it.

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