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    Champion Labs -- Fram

    Just a small update, as i'm sure everyone is aware that both companies have been bought by the same owner, Graham Hart. They are both under the Rank Group umbrella. It is my understanding that next month Champs test equipment will be moved to Fram. Fram is now handling the tech hotline for...
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    Filtration Technical Service Bulletins

    Maybe the mods might want to make this a sticky. Many issues discussed in this forum can be answered by technical bulletins published by The Filter Manufacturers Council of which I am an ex-member. Available in various languages for North America. The full list of bulletins can be found here...
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    Mobil 1 EP Oil Filters

    They wouldn't say it if they didn't have testing to back it up. This also included millions of miles of field testing to justify the increased life claims.
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    So you want to know about filters and media..

    Than spend your money and go to this conference in January 2007 hosted by the leading Independant Testing Lab in the USA. Everyone who's anyone will be there. http://www.swri.org/9what/events/confer/8thIFC/8thIFCProgram.pdf You'll learn something...
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    What filter do you use and why?

    You know..Fram has testing showing how good their filter is v competition too... And we know what people think of Fram in here..
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    Fleetguard...now Cummins Filtration

    As has been announced, Fleetguard is now Cummins Filtration. Here's the Q&A on the name change: http://www.fleetguard.com/fleet/pdfs/product_lit/americas_brochures/cf_faqs.pdf However, rumour has it Fleetguard name might go by the wayside over time. The test is; does the Cummins name impact...
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    Thought i'd share this

    Has nothing to do with oil filters.. But here is a website that will give you the lowest price of gas in your area. It's done by zipcode. Updated every night.. http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx Hope it helps..
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    Thought i'd share this

    Has nothing to do with oil filters.. But here is a website that will give you the lowest price of gas in your area. It's done by zipcode. Updated every night.. http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx Hope it helps..
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    E-core production area..

    Well I thought I would let everyone know, yesterday I got the nickle tour of the E-core production area. Obvioulsy I am not about to give away the secrets as I know for a fact other filter companies routinely monitor this website. I will say however, from someone who has led many a tour...
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    My latest oil analysis..

    I am going to copy my last report and add the latest numbers... Part One: The basics 2003 Ford Taurus Date of sample: Feb 17th, 2006 Total miles on vehicle at time of sample - 38229 Miles since last oil and filter change- 6851 ( 4,624 highway miles, 2,227 city miles) E-core filter part number...
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    Fuel filter Q. 10 micron vs 12?

    No.. That's your simple answer.. You should check for water in diesel fuel at least once a week. Maybe daily depending on fuel quality and time of year. Open the drain and drain what is in the bottom of the fuel filter until the color changes. Lighter in color means water present. When the...
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    What is Purolator Micronic Media?

    They've used that terminology since the 1970's...
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    My E-core filter report, with pics

    This report is in four parts: Part One: The basics 2003 Ford Taurus Date of sample: July 27th, 2005 Total miles on vehicle at time of sample - 31378 Miles since last oil and filter change- 6770 ( 5,400 highway miles, 1,370 city miles) E-core filter part number used ST 3600 Type of oil used...
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    Oil and Filters

    I posted in another thread a question of how long can you go between oil changes on Mobil 1, which I have in my current car, and Valvoline Durablend Semi-synthetic which I had in my previous car. Let me explain a bit about the question. This forum gets lot's of "what would you recommend...
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    Pre-Fill Filters

    I have an e-core just waiting for my next oil change. There are 5 symbols. 1st: Wipe the base 2nd: Lube the gasket 3rd Hand tighten until gasket contacts the base. 4th Then add 3/4 turn 5th Check for leaks. ( Which is an oil drop with a line through )
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    Oil filters as fuel filters, yes or no?

    There are people who have such a device. Try Racor division of Parker Filtration. Racor is hq'd in Modesto California and has a toll free number. Maybe CIMTEK has one as well. Unless you're planning on low flow volumes the small can spin-ons are not optimum. Most fuel transfer systems are a...
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    motorguy 222

    I said I would do my own research on the weekend and here it is: ( Gary or the moderators, if you want to unlock the thread and put this where it belongs in the "super tech by-pass valve problem" be my guest) Well, here is some research for those who will take the time to read the whole thing...
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    Mitsubishi engineering bulletin

    Got some peoples attention..lol Just got this bulletin today: Baldwin Engineering Department Bulletin number 05-3 dated June 7, 2005 In February 2004, Baldwin filters withdrew the B227 as a replacement for the applications that called for the Mitsubishi MZ690116 lube filter, due to pressure...
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    E-core and the no glue endcaps..

    I have made mention a number of times that the endcaps on the E-core filter is not glued to the element media. Of course others have claimed it is glue.. But now that I have some documentation, I'll explain how Champ seals the endcap to the element and what the other filter companies who have...
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    Motocraft FL1A

    Can't find the thread but someone mentioned..as we were discussing evolution of filter media etc. ...glad they've not changed my filter. Did a little checking today: Champ PH8A 2005 is 5.0" tall 1989 was 5.12" tall Baldwin B-2 2005 5 9/32" tall B2-HPG is also offered. HPG= synthetic media...
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