Carquest premium or Ac Delco ???

[Baveux]

Keep in mind that I'll use the extended interval.
Cars still under warranty.

Ac delco $3.93 PF47 directly at the dealership.
Carquest premium 85040 $5.64

Is the rebadge wix is much better than the AC ?

The main advantage is the peace of mind given by the AC, if something go wrong the wouldn't be able to blame the filter

 

[Patman]

The Carquest is definitely the better filter, it uses a partial fibreglass media, silicone antidrainback valve, and flows more oil than the AC Delco. The AC Delco just uses a simple cellulose media. There is a reason why it's so cheap. (PS-Walmart sells them lower than the dealers)

 

[Baveux]

No more Ac Delco in Barrie's walmart...But if you like Fram, that's the place...
No big deal since they are only 30¢ more at the dealership.

Ok for the Wix then...oups , the Blue carquest

Is there any writing on the box or on the packaging of the Carquest stating that their filter meet or exceed manufacturer warranty ?

 

[Patman]

Not that I'm aware of, for some of the filters I've got from Carquest they don't even come in a box, just cellophane wrap.

 

[MNgopher]

All the filter boxes I've ever gotten from Carquest have the same statement on them that the filter meets or exceeds manufacturer warranty requirements.

That should make you rest easier!

 

[labman]

My Wal-Mart cleared out all the AC's over a year ago. I could still buy PF 47 and PF 52 at Advance Auto for less than $3 then. I had switched to the PF 52 because it had more filter area than the specified PF 47 for my Grand Am.