[DeTomaso] Pure Power Oil Filters

[jderyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 12/28/09 1:23:11 PM, mikeldrew at aol.com writes:

> $200 buys a LOT of cheap filters, and even buys a lot of very 
> high-quality Ford FL-1HP heavy duty
> racing filters.   Realistically (not theoretically), what actual advantage 
> does this $200 wonder really offer?
> 
Good question. I see 2.0 advantages; the primary is being able to check the 
kind and amount of debris caught by the filter without cutting the filter 
case in two for examination- and you cannot use a hacksaw to cut it up 'cause 
that dumps metal sawdust in the mix. Racers routinely examine the debris 
for various metals to detect a failing engine before they need to sweep up the 
smoking pile that used to be their motor. If you don't routinely examine 
your filter debris, the only other advantage is saving a trip to the parts 
store for a fresh filter each time you change oil. I have yet to see tests that 
show ANY oil filter that's markedly superior to another, at least on street 
engines. My 2¢- J DeRyke