JeffKeryk
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Composite is a problem. The heat cycles contribute to the problem.
The composite filter is fine if it is installed correctly; that's a huge "if". And it's not only Quickie Lube techs overtighteninig them.
When it is stuck, the composite filter is far more likely to be damaged. Don't ask me how I know.
If you have access to a lift, you will be able to remove it or even break it apart. Another big "if".
The torque setting is 18 pound feet; that is far too easy to exceed.
This is a flawed design becasue it is too error prone.
Heck, even MotiveX redesigned their removal tool due to problems. They removed the slots that broke housing tabs and cracked filters. They resized the flutes for a more precise fit.
The composite filter is fine if it is installed correctly; that's a huge "if". And it's not only Quickie Lube techs overtighteninig them.
When it is stuck, the composite filter is far more likely to be damaged. Don't ask me how I know.
If you have access to a lift, you will be able to remove it or even break it apart. Another big "if".
The torque setting is 18 pound feet; that is far too easy to exceed.
This is a flawed design becasue it is too error prone.
Heck, even MotiveX redesigned their removal tool due to problems. They removed the slots that broke housing tabs and cracked filters. They resized the flutes for a more precise fit.