Anything better than Motocraft FL-820S?
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Its OK because the "S" in the name means "Silicon ADBV" which is superior. I'd spend $4 more, skip a Starbucks that day, and get a Fram Ultra for better filtering and more dirty junk capacity.
What are your trying to accomplish by switching to a different oil filter?
The Motocraft FL-820S has worked for you and that vehicle for 8 years......Don't fix what isn't broke!
Unless your having filtering issues I'd say it's been doing it's job for 8 years....that's pretty successful in my books
The Motocraft FL-820S has worked for you and that vehicle for 8 years......Don't fix what isn't broke!
Unless your having filtering issues I'd say it's been doing it's job for 8 years....that's pretty successful in my books
Originally Posted By: Scum_Frog
What are your trying to accomplish by switching to a different oil filter?
The Motocraft FL-820S has worked for you and that vehicle for 8 years......Don't fix what isn't broke!
Unless your having filtering issues I'd say it's been doing it's job for 8 years....that's pretty successful in my books
I kinda figured that, but I didn't know if a better filter for the price had come along since I don't frequent the boards much. Thanks.
What are your trying to accomplish by switching to a different oil filter?
The Motocraft FL-820S has worked for you and that vehicle for 8 years......Don't fix what isn't broke!
Unless your having filtering issues I'd say it's been doing it's job for 8 years....that's pretty successful in my books
I kinda figured that, but I didn't know if a better filter for the price had come along since I don't frequent the boards much. Thanks.
When people cut that filter open, they always look amazing, with good build quality and silicon anti drain back valve. I'd run that filter for sure if I had a Ford product. That filter actually fits my Kohler mower and I use it instead of the $12 Kohler filter.
The only reason I'd go to the more expensive Fram ultra filter is if you are going to use it for two oil changes.
The only reason I'd go to the more expensive Fram ultra filter is if you are going to use it for two oil changes.
People on this forum have a fetish for certain kinds of filters.
Most any filter on the market will filter the oil in the OP's Expedition.
Most any filter on the market will filter the oil in the OP's Expedition.
Doesnt the FL 400s cross reference to that?
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I use them on the Mustang. Three bux at Walmart,couldn't beat that if you had to!
Originally Posted By: GumbyJarvis
Doesnt the FL 400s cross reference to that?
nope.different threads
Doesnt the FL 400s cross reference to that?
nope.different threads
I have used Royal Purple, Mobil-1, K&N,and the Motorcraft filters in my 4.6 with good results.
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Excuse me folks.
I use them in my F350 etc.
I got scared away from them.
Didn't we have posts on here about the 820S having holes in the media? I thought I had seen it on here?????
I use them in my F350 etc.
I got scared away from them.
Didn't we have posts on here about the 820S having holes in the media? I thought I had seen it on here?????
My last daily driver - a 2003 Mercury Sable with the Duratec 3.0 liter V6 - Spec'd the FL820s filter, and that's all I put on it. Never once had a problem. Considering they can be bought at almost any auto parts store, or big box store, for about $4, they're hard to beat for the price.
Yes, a Fram Ultra is technically a better filter in terms of filtration efficiency, mileage rating, etc.. and has wire backing, but it's not necessarily going to be better for you, depending on how many miles you generally put on a filter.
If you're running a 5k OCI/FCI, stick with the Motorcraft. They're frankly very hard to beat, for the price.
Yes, a Fram Ultra is technically a better filter in terms of filtration efficiency, mileage rating, etc.. and has wire backing, but it's not necessarily going to be better for you, depending on how many miles you generally put on a filter.
If you're running a 5k OCI/FCI, stick with the Motorcraft. They're frankly very hard to beat, for the price.
The FL-820S is excellent. You can buy them at Walmart for $3.77 FYI, makes them an even better value. I have regularly used them on my trucks & Fusion with no issues. They always look good when cut open. There are "better" filters but there aren't any better filters for $3-$4. If you're looking for something else though, I recommend Fram Tough Guard or Fram Ultra.
Originally Posted By: stchman
People on this forum have a fetish for certain kinds of filters.
Most any filter on the market will filter the oil in the OP's Expedition.
+1. And the oil you use is more important than the filter you use. I have been using MC filters for years with no problems.
People on this forum have a fetish for certain kinds of filters.
Most any filter on the market will filter the oil in the OP's Expedition.
+1. And the oil you use is more important than the filter you use. I have been using MC filters for years with no problems.
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Originally Posted By: dlundblad
Didn't they used to be 3.69 at WM?
The cheapest that I have bought them is $2.30 out the door at AAP with a code:
OP - if you are not extending your oil changes, it is nearly impossible to beat the quality and cost of the MC FL-820s for your Expedition. I ran a couple for 10K and 15K (search this forum for the posts). I would not use them past 10K, but that is just me because I prefer the security of wire backed media for extended OCIs.
Didn't they used to be 3.69 at WM?
The cheapest that I have bought them is $2.30 out the door at AAP with a code:
OP - if you are not extending your oil changes, it is nearly impossible to beat the quality and cost of the MC FL-820s for your Expedition. I ran a couple for 10K and 15K (search this forum for the posts). I would not use them past 10K, but that is just me because I prefer the security of wire backed media for extended OCIs.
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80% @ 20 microns and 8 gram holding capacity
I would guess that ANY synth media filter would do better. But, does your engine, driving style, or change interval require a filter that costs 2x-3x as much??? Probably not.
I would guess that ANY synth media filter would do better. But, does your engine, driving style, or change interval require a filter that costs 2x-3x as much??? Probably not.
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