m1-102 filter on a 2010 mazda 3 2.0L
17,932 km ~ 11142 miles
oil used was valvoline synpower 5w20
17,932 km ~ 11142 miles
oil used was valvoline synpower 5w20
Mobil 1 M1-102 filter cut open
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Looks great! thanks for sharing
That's a good looking filter. I like the sturdy end-caps. I use the longer than stock M1-209 on my V8 4Runner. I change the oil every 10K miles and I don't mind paying a couple of bucks extra at Pep Boys for the M1 filter.
In your first picture why does the base look bent off center?
In your first picture why does the base look bent off center?
I have no idea! I thought it was weird too when I was looking at the filter but maybe it's part of the design. I was hoping someone from here would know.
Originally Posted By: HeHarHeWeh
I have no idea! I thought it was weird too when I was looking at the filter but maybe it's part of the design. I was hoping someone from here would know.
Something looks bent on that end.
I have no idea! I thought it was weird too when I was looking at the filter but maybe it's part of the design. I was hoping someone from here would know.
Something looks bent on that end.
Nice filter!
Looks like the thread end bypass/adbv mount area has been compressed on one side. Looks fine otherwise.
Great to see someone utilize an oil filter to it's full potential. Thanks for sharing!
Filters in Canada are expensive regardless and I only buy when they are on sale, I replaced this with a Fram Ultra. Will change and cut open in a year !
Overall, oil filters are a minor expense. I use the M1-209 on my V8 4Runner because I trust is to do its job. On my 84 Civic I use a NAPA Gold because there is no M1 for that application. I used to use Purolator filters but had problems, twice. The first problem was a leak at the base of the filter and the second was rust and contaminants up inspection at the parts store. I switched to M1 and NAPA. A couple of bucks more is okay for what I consider better filters.
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