Originally Posted By: Pablo
Originally Posted By: KCJeep
This was collected off the "Post your latest oil change" thread, so this is not probably a mirrored reflection of BITOG as much as an indication of the preferences of those who actually prefer to post on that thread.
This for the win!
I agree with this. Though I've done many O/F changes, personally haven't posted on that thread in quite some time.
Also a bit surprised seeing the MC at two, must be many FoMoCo owners posting in that thread. Not saying it's not a good bang for the buck filter, just many apps not available in the silicone adbv thread end bypass favored configuration/construction for non Ford vehicles. Which makes those MC filters no better, or efficiency rating and cost wise not as good as, a Purolator Classic.
And while the comment was made that the list leans toward 'premium' filters at the top, I'd say it leans toward 'bang for the buck' filters at the top. P1's can be had on sale or with AAP codes for < $6, sometimes $3-5 depending on the promo. The next two, many MC's and all Classic
Another thing to keep in mind is that
Wix and
Napa Gold are the identical filters, just sold at different places. My local Napa store has 40% off oil filters semi annual sales. Because of that Napa Gold have become my filters of choice surpassing P1 in my stash. Fwiw, afaik all Napa filters are on sale this month, not the 40% off though.
As for the Ultra, while it specs out well and has gotten a fair amount of buzz on this board, it is relatively new, has ~$9 price point, rarely if ever goes on sale, and also rarely if ever included in oil and filter monthly auto store promos. To get max value with Ultra, 12-15k over one or two oci's is needed. I have one in my stash but mostly because I got a $6 Ultra oil/ EG air filter rebate that I'm still waiting on 7 weeks later.
Thanks for effort compiling the info.