Good alternative to FL820S

[WellOiled]

Originally Posted By: Peter_480
Originally Posted By: WellOiled
The WIX 51372 is a very well made filter. I have used several on a Ford Ranger 4L V6 without issue.

I have not run too many but the Fram PH2 and Fram TG2 did not cause issues either.

From your report, I think you would want a silicon ADBV. The nitrile rubber valves get stiff with time and temperature so lose their functionality rather quickly.


Which ADBV does the 51372 have? That's the filter I used.

It is a red silicone ADBV.

 

[Peter_480]

Originally Posted By: SirTanon
Check on RockAuto-

Fram Pro FP2 filter - $1.80 each

EcoGard X4651 filter - $2.06 each

Bosch Premium 3410 filter - $4.48 each


.. or just spend the extra money and buy a Fram Ultra at Wal-Mart.


I love Rock Auto but I don't buy enough to justify the shipping costs unless I'm doing a small repair on something else, nor do I keep a big stash, so I just stick with Walmart, O'Reilly or Advanced. I never considered Fram before finding this forum but I certainly will in the future.

 

[bullwinkle]

Good news is, if you plan on keeping the car, buying 6 XG2s at a time means you can get them for $4.50 each with free shipping-just got to watch for any damaged ones (which I haven't had any trouble getting credit for). I just wish the sellers would let you mix & match which ones you buy.