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01-12-2003, 07:39 AM
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Just wonderng what filters you guys use. Ive been using the FRam double or tough guard when changing the oil. Usually never get 3,000 miles on an oil change, depending on how many events we attend. i lIke changing the oil after every event but sometimes i dont get around to it. I recently heard Fram was no good. Anyone have any input on this one...... Thanks, Shane
01-12-2003, 07:42 AM
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Re: oil filters (shane Z)
OEM for me 
Does anyone remember the site that had a review of about 10 different filters? The guy had popped all the filters open / had pics and had an article / review about each one.
Does anyone remember the site that had a review of about 10 different filters? The guy had popped all the filters open / had pics and had an article / review about each one.
01-12-2003, 07:44 AM
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Re: oil filters (shane Z)
I just use OEM Honda filters. There was a link to a good site about this kind of thing, but I do not remember it at this time. If I remember correctly, the cheapest FRAM filters did suck, but if you bought the premium ones (whatever they call them) the quality was much better. I am oversimplifying Im sure, maybe someone can post that site. Try searching, it will probably come up (search archived threads).
01-12-2003, 07:49 AM
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Re: oil filters (shane Z)
i will most likely buy a case of filters from Manchester honda..
The filters are like $4 each I believe....
01-12-2003, 08:04 AM
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definitely use hparts.com. Before I knew about them, I went to Manchester, and while it is cheaper than local dealerships, it still usually is not as cheap as hparts.
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01-12-2003, 08:14 AM
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Re: oil filters (shane Z)
This was in the archieves a while back.... Pretty good review and very un-biased about opinions. Its definetely worth taking look at.
http://ntpog.server101.com/reviews/f.../filters.shtml
http://ntpog.server101.com/reviews/f.../filters.shtml
01-12-2003, 09:07 AM
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Re: oil filters (powerBan.est1990)
have they tried the k and n filters? their review on the oem honda was pretty bad though, since most of you guys use it. they said it had very fuzzy media.
01-12-2003, 09:20 AM
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Re: oil filters (tominos)
Here is that review.
I personally only use Mobil One filters and oil. Sometimes OEM is the best choice, but sometimes you can find something that works much better.
I personally only use Mobil One filters and oil. Sometimes OEM is the best choice, but sometimes you can find something that works much better.
01-12-2003, 09:40 AM
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Re: oil filters (powerBan.est1990)
This was in the archieves a while back.... Pretty good review and very un-biased about opinions. Its definetely worth taking look at.
http://ntpog.server101.com/reviews/f.../filters.shtml
http://ntpog.server101.com/reviews/f.../filters.shtml
Will be saving this in my FAQ threads e-mail!
01-12-2003, 09:45 AM
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Re: oil filters (Hybrid93Hatch)
i like tube socks
but seriously.. there is a thread covering which filters are the best built. And according to the reviewer, FRAM was one of the worst (mostly made out of cardboard..)
http://www.ntpog.org/reviews/filters/filters.shtml
http://www.dorianyeager.com/oilfilterstudy1.html
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=301809
but seriously.. there is a thread covering which filters are the best built. And according to the reviewer, FRAM was one of the worst (mostly made out of cardboard..)
http://www.ntpog.org/reviews/filters/filters.shtml
http://www.dorianyeager.com/oilfilterstudy1.html
https://honda-tech.com/zerothread?id=301809
01-13-2003, 09:22 PM
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Re: oil filters (G2-Rex)
inlinefour.com hamp is an excellent filter but if you dont feel like spending 12 bucks i'd go with a puralator or a napa gold...try and stay away from fram ...i read some bad stuff about them such as filter fragments found it the oil from hard driving.
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01-13-2003, 09:36 PM
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Re: oil filters (tominos)
have they tried the k and n filters?
01-13-2003, 09:46 PM
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I personally only use Mobil One filters...
They're made by Champion Labs [the filter ppl, not the spark plug company]. Champ Labs also makes the K&N that I mentioned above, and even Wal-Mart 'store brand' oil filters. At 10 bones each, Mobil 1 filters are a rip-off, IMHO, but to each his own. You can buy the same filter at Wal-mart, painted black, for about $2.00.
Here's a copy 'n' paste from Todd Marcucci's most excellent NTPOG Oil Filter Review. READ AND HEED:
SOURCE: NTPOG Oil Filter Review
The Bosch <FONT COLOR="blue">[$4.99 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated). The pleat seperation/uniformity does not appear as good as the Mobil 1 or STP filters, though this may be a manufacturing issue (I may have gotten an odd one). The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage. This filter is well made and looks to be an identical (though more expensive) alternative to the STP.
The STP <FONT COLOR="blue">[$2.86 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated). The pleat seperation/uniformity appears better than the Bosch filter. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage.
The Mobil 1 <FONT COLOR="blue">[$9.99 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated- darker color). I can't comment on the effectiveness or any additional filtering or benefit to the Mobil 1 filter, though Mobil 1 claims it's more effective. The pleat seperation/uniformity appears better than the or Bosch filter. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage. Check out the last pic for a shot of a used Mobil 1- this is a 1 month old filter with 1000 hard miles and conventional (non synthetic) oil. Let this be a reminder to you to change your filter regularly!
The Bosch <FONT COLOR="blue">[$4.99 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated). The pleat seperation/uniformity does not appear as good as the Mobil 1 or STP filters, though this may be a manufacturing issue (I may have gotten an odd one). The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage. This filter is well made and looks to be an identical (though more expensive) alternative to the STP.
The STP <FONT COLOR="blue">[$2.86 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated). The pleat seperation/uniformity appears better than the Bosch filter. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage.
The Mobil 1 <FONT COLOR="blue">[$9.99 - BDC]</FONT> appears to be of excellent quality. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP appear to all use identical materials and construction, with only the Mobil 1 having a different filter media (appears to be coated- darker color). I can't comment on the effectiveness or any additional filtering or benefit to the Mobil 1 filter, though Mobil 1 claims it's more effective. The pleat seperation/uniformity appears better than the or Bosch filter. The Bosch, Mobil 1, and STP bypass valve utilizes a stiffer spring than any of the others and a rubber seat/seal which should help prevent leakage. Check out the last pic for a shot of a used Mobil 1- this is a 1 month old filter with 1000 hard miles and conventional (non synthetic) oil. Let this be a reminder to you to change your filter regularly!