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    Purolator L12222, TORN!

    I'll be taking a red Purolator off a V6 Nissan soon.. No I feel obligated to do a C&P. Regards, Scott
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    Federated #PG4612F, 6,000 miles CUT OPEN

    Very common made in China filter. Just like a Pronto. Stout media.... Round holes in the center tube.... No tears..... What's not to like? Regards,
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    Post your latest oil change

    2005 Camry 4 cyl 163XXX miles Out Chevron Supreme 5w-30 In 4 qts Chevron Supreme 5w-30 Champ PH2840 filter Will go 3000 - 4000 mile OCI Usually 3 months Regards, Scott
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    WIX XP Opinions..

    I run them on my F150 that sits outside in Minnesota winters. I want the flow through the media during those long warms ups as soon as possible. I assume ...right or wrong that the more porous media flows more freely. Regards, Scott
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    Some rust on threads of filter

    I don't have a lot of filters in storage. I have 5 vehicles in my "fleet" Two of each take common filters.... one ... the truck is an outlier. I buy filters in bulk usually 4 to 6 at a time per type. I change at 3500 - 4000 OCI. On two of the vehicles that's every two months aproximately...
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    Some rust on threads of filter

    Thanks for all your replies. Scott
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    Some rust on threads of filter

    Checked some unused filters stored in my garage and noticed a few had some rust on the threads. My question is; Are they still OK to use? Thanks, Scott
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    Oil Recommendation for Nissan 3.5 V6 113,000 miles

    Thank You all. I did not take off the valve cover. I will look into the Rotella.....hadn't thought of that choice. Regards, Scott
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    Oil Recommendation for Nissan 3.5 V6 113,000 miles

    Here is the situation. "New" used car. Want to switch to a dino oil that has excellent cleaning capabilities. Car was used often in city 10 to 20 mile trips. Oil change schedule was good. Want to use an oil that will help clean motor... just in case there is some deposit build up. Do not want...
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    ProGauge PGO-4612 C&P

    Yes I used the 14612 size. I am running Citgo Super Guard 5W-30W. Will do a 6000 mile OCI. Regards, Scott
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    ProGauge PGO-4612 C&P

    Pro Gauge Filter PGO-4612 2004 Nissan Quest 3.5L V6 233,000 miles on vehicle. 3300 Miles OCI Super Tech 5W-30W Conventional was used. Nitrile ADV Made in China 54 pleats No holes or tears. Crimped and glued media. Can is scuffed from oil filter pliers. Would not hesitate to use one...
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    Pronto PO4476 C&P 6200 mile OCI 08 Corolla

    No drama to report. 2008 Toyota Corolla 1.8L Citgo Super Guard 5W-30W 6200 Mile OCI Pronto PO4476 Made in China Nitrile ADBV a bit stiff Crimped and glued. No tears. Media not fragile. Replaced with Carquest Blue 85394 and Citgo 5W-30W Super Guard. Regards, Scott
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    Remington R1 1911 or Springfield 1911-A1 MIL-SPEC

    Springfield Armory. More experience. Proven record. Regards, Scott
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    CarQuest #84045, 600 miles CUT OPEN

    I think Rock Auto acquires the filters from store closings, warehouse closings etc. Ultra Power is their in-house brand that they use for products like this. I think the model number listed behind the Ultra Power name is a better indicator of what filter / brand you will get than the photo...
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    CarQuest #84045, 600 miles CUT OPEN

    Yes I ordered filters for (4) different vehicles. By vehicle ....... Some were Affina made. Some were Champion Labs made. The ones with 2015 date codes were black cans with what appears to be Silicone ADBV. They were boxed in Car Quest boxes. Filter it self was printed with car quest logo...
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    CarQuest #84045, 600 miles CUT OPEN

    Yes the Ultra Power filters I purchased from Rock Auto were Car Quest Blues and Reds. I'm sure there is an issue using the Car Quest trade name on the web site. Regards, Scott
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    Ultra Power oil filters?

    Just ordered some for my fleet. Seems like Rock Auto has Carquest blues and reds for great prices. Sold under the Ultrapower name. I will post some photos when they arrive. best regards, Scott
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    Pronto PO4476 Cut and Post

    I have considered 5000 OCI However my OCD kicks in and I realize I have run all my autos.... mini vans.... to 250,000 + miles. The body and other things give out the engine never does. My crowning achievement was a 97 Camry to 345,000 miles. All while doing 3000 - 4000 OCI's What do they say...
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