Originally Posted By: gregk24
Originally Posted By: 901Memphis
I'm a sucker for an Ultra. Looks so robust.
I love the Fram Ultra, in the spin on applications anyway. My car doesnt take a cartridge filter, but if it did Im not so sure I would use the Ultra. There was an Ultra cartridge filter on here that failed pretty badly.
A fair point as
this link illustrates. There is also an EG CH9999 with a very similar failure linked in the same thread. Based on the Ultra cartridge anecdote, a sturdy appearance is no guarantee of reliability in use.
As also noted, the TG's wonky pleating won't be winning any aesthetic award, but probably be ok in use.
The MG and Wix look very similar naturally. And the Mobil 1 looks to have stout construction.
I've personally had good success with Napa Gold/(Wix) cartridges for Hyundai/Kia, high quality construction.
Thanks for the pics.