Which Oil Filter is recommended?
07-14-2006, 12:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Silver98
Go with the AC Delco. Others will say Mobil 1, etc, but the AC Delco works just fine.... and its normally cheaper
Just like the famous "which color is best?" question, everyone has their own opinion... But let's be honest here, exactly how can you tell if your oil filter is NOT working properly? Does anyone tear the engine down each time to inspect/mic the wear surfaces, or borescope the cylinder walls? Personally, I don't think there is any oil filter on the market that will not do the job it is designed for. An oil filter filters oil, period. We're not dealing with the Space Shuttle here!!
07-14-2006, 12:36 AM
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I use the AC Delco PF-46 - works just fine for me.
07-14-2006, 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
notablond...
There's nothing wrong with having someone do it for you...but there's a great deal of personal satisfaction in learning to do it yourself. It does require some tools, waste disposal, etc.
I'm a DIYer type, but I'm in a rental home for another month w/o my jacks, stands, etc.
I went to the local GM dealer and contacted the manager in the quick service (basically the oil change department). I asked him if I brought in the oil/filter for my wife's '02 Trailblazer, what would he charge for labor.
It costs me $11.00 in labor only, which is worth it when I can buy oil/filter much cheaper than they would charge me. They dispose of the waste oil/filter and I stand there and make sure the grease monkey doesn't take the truck for a test drive or empty the spare change out of the ash tray. They even have late issues of magazines to read and hot coffee. You might try that...
There's nothing wrong with having someone do it for you...but there's a great deal of personal satisfaction in learning to do it yourself. It does require some tools, waste disposal, etc.
I'm a DIYer type, but I'm in a rental home for another month w/o my jacks, stands, etc.
I went to the local GM dealer and contacted the manager in the quick service (basically the oil change department). I asked him if I brought in the oil/filter for my wife's '02 Trailblazer, what would he charge for labor.
It costs me $11.00 in labor only, which is worth it when I can buy oil/filter much cheaper than they would charge me. They dispose of the waste oil/filter and I stand there and make sure the grease monkey doesn't take the truck for a test drive or empty the spare change out of the ash tray. They even have late issues of magazines to read and hot coffee. You might try that...
You'll catch me tinkering with just about everything else that doesn't include the under carriage. My boyfriends think I'm a RIOT!!
07-15-2006, 04:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave68
K&N not only filters very well, but they are also one of the most free-flowing filters out there. The icing on the cake is the very convenient nut that is welded to the end - makes removal a snap.
07-16-2006, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave68
K&N not only filters very well, but they are also one of the most free-flowing filters out there. The icing on the cake is the very convenient nut that is welded to the end - makes removal a snap. The HP1007 is the K&N filter for our Vettes.
07-16-2006, 04:08 PM
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I ended up trying the K&N Filter this time. I now go by the oil life monitor to change oil so oil changes arent required as often. So I spent a little more money and went with the K&N. I read it has better filtration and flow than pretty much any other filter. Also, as mentioned the nut on the bottom is a brilliant idea. Makes removing and tightening it a breeze!!!
