Do your filters have cellophane on them? https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/For-Motorcraft-New-Condition-Engine-Oil_1601424081756.html?__detailProductImg=https%3A%2F%2Fs.alicdn.com%2F%40sc04%2Fkf%2FH0d61fb111ba2428aad1c0cd89fb10bd6R.jpg_300x300.jpg
Distorted pleats reduce filter surface area and holding capacity as seen in second picture. Here is a picture I upload for you to better understand. Notice how wider pleat can take in and hold more while tighter pleat is unable to hold any in?