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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    Yes what I'm trying to prevent is the bypass valve opening. The better flow through the filter, the less chance it has of opening. I have no idea if it will open while cold, but a filter that provides at least as good a flow rate as the Motorcraft is desired, which when looking at the data isn't...
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    Looks like the Fram XG3614 (filter for my Maverick) and Fram XG3600 are all interchangeable with the same 12 psi bypass (vs 14.5 on the Motorcraft). So food for thought. Could also use the Motorcraft FL400S as well. It's a shame things change, I'm more than willing to pay more for a higher end...
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    OK, interesting that the testing doesn't line up, which does bring into question the data on this test. That being said, I assume all are better than the FL910?
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    Because I had read/heard that cold flow is where the wear happens. Because I have a hybrid, it will kick over at say 30 mph or sometimes higher speed and RPMs will climb as you hit the gas. This is only a concern on the first acceleration of the commute but still had me concerned. Maybe too...
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    Knowing this, which filters would you recommend? I agree it doesn't have to match test procedure for it to be useful, it seems the filtering capability and cold flow rate are really the most important when it comes to filtration but I'm not well versed in this stuff. Based on that I really like...
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    Yes you are correct, it should start at 3 and go to 11, however I messed up the scale when adding the graph. That doesn't change the relative value of the information. Looking at the data, would the Purolator Boss be the best filter? It seems it has great cold flow that combines with excellent...
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    Comparison of Fram/Purolator/Motorcraft filters via Brand Ranks consolidated data

    I have a Ford Maverick, 2.5l. While researching filter quality for it I found this data fascinating and consolidated it off of a Youtube channel called Brand Ranks. I tried to focus mainly on the most applicable filters measured, as the couple "high end" filters seemed to filter too well and...
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    Valvoline Restore & Protect

    I picked some up yesterday at my local Wal-Mart, in NC. You have to look around, I also got some Havoline 10W-30, they showed four in stock but it wasn't even on the shelf. It was up top facing away from the aisle, in the overstock area, further down. Sometimes they get lazy and don't restock it...
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    Valvoline Restore & Protect

    tbh a 15 year old bottom barrel cheap Nissan with 240,000 on it has more than earned its worth especially when cheap oil lube oil was used on it.
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    Valve Cover Photos - 2016 Acura RDX w/161,000 miles

    I generally do not buy critical parts off Amazon anymore. I do not trust the sellers, or people who buy, then return old/used products as the new one.
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    I've seen some similar issues with glue on the Motorcraft filters on Youtube. It is a little concerning. What quality filter would you recommend in its place? The MC has a silicone anti flow back seal that most use a downgraded nitrite one.
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    I personally do not trust Amazon (or Amazon sellers, really) for selling genuine items, oil being one of them. I gladly paid the extra $5 tbh to get from a reputable source. Not worth the worry IMO. FWIW I paid $30.79 from RockAuto, shipping of course but I needed spark plugs for my wife's...
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    The $11/year isn't going to kill me. I've read the Motorcraft filters are pretty good so will stick with that, can get them for around $7 locally.
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    I did a lot of research before purchasing, and that was one big reason I took the plunge. A little disappointed in the 4k AWD hybrid for 2025 but like the Gen 1 look better. It's the rest of the truck I think will give it issues, especially cosmetic, in the future with the really scratch prone...
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    Thanks, the 6 qt jug just makes it really easy. I'll plan on that next.
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    Valvoline Restore and Protect 10W-40 Now Available in Australia

    I've owned the 5-cylinder inline five for almost 30 years. Do a compression test, it will tell you. They are absolutely great engines and will keep going, but 30 years and 200k miles (over half on regular dino oil) did its number on my motor. Maybe yours is newer? They may have made some...
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    Valvoline Restore and Protect 10W-40 Now Available in Australia

    What motor? Chances are it's more due to compression loss/ring wear than deposits.
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    Ford duratec 2.5l in '23 Maverick hybrid (Ford WSS-M2C962-A1)

    First new car. Picked it up w/ 11 miles on it. Love it. At one year and ready to do first oil change. Oil per manual should meet Ford WSS-M2C962-A1. I plan to use Motorcraft 0W-20 and FL910S filter. Takes 6 qts. 5+1 containers. For future plans, I was thinking about Havoline ProDS Lifelong...
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