Purolator Boss

[DMflash]

I purchased a Boss PBL25288 from Amazon this weekend. Mine has the pill shaped holes on the baseplate , other filters ive seen same model has the round holes instead. Did i get a knockoff or did Purolator change the baseplate ?

 

[Zee09]

I purchased a Boss PBL25288 from Amazon this weekend. Mine has the pill shaped holes on the baseplate , other filters ive seen same model has the round holes instead. Did i get a knockoff or did Purolator change the baseplate ?

Here's a fresh picture of one.
So you're good

 

[Passport1]

I've used them, an excellent filter. They are a bit overpriced. You got an authentic one. Counterfeits are labeled 'Boss Babe'

 

[Dave Hess]

Some filters have the Motorcraft pill style inlet holes.

 

[ZeeOSix]

If the louvers are wide open, it's a "counterfeit".

 

[DMflash]

If the louvers are wide open, it's a "counterfeit".

Well when i prefiled it the oil soaked through instantly , so it must be legit...

 

[ZeeOSix]

^^^ I'm sure it's not a counterfeit Purolator. What's the date code printed on the dome?

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Many Purolators have those oblong holes.

Just watch out for a slit in the ADBV

 

[DMflash]

^^^ I'm sure it's not a counterfeit Purolator. What's the date code printed on the dome?

F05R03G1

 

[DMflash]

Many Purolators have those oblong holes.

Just watch out for a slit in the ADBV

i'll report back here if my engine blows on the way to work tomorrow

 

[ZeeOSix]

F05R03G1

Looks like made on 5/3/2023. "R" = 2023.

Oil Filter date decoding thread

All - The following is the current means of deciphering some of the major oil filter date codes. As we gain more info, the thread will be updated, and as we become aware of changes, we'll make those updates as well. Note: the date code is what we are specifically addressing. Manufacturer...

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[fantastic]

Sounds like a legit filter based on the "pill capsule or kidney" shaped holes you describe.