CarQuest EP. Looks pretty nice. My eyes aren't good enough to tell for sure if the filter is backed or not.
How does nylon vs metal backing hold up for extended drain intervals? Wouldn't the heat/cold cycles make the nylon brittle?
I don't know if your filter would be installed long enough to make a difference?How does nylon vs metal backing hold up for extended drain intervals? Wouldn't the heat/cold cycles make the nylon brittle?
I haven’t seen that happen. The Boss also uses nylon.How does nylon vs metal backing hold up for extended drain intervals? Wouldn't the heat/cold cycles make the nylon brittle?
It must be a speced high temp Nylon I would think, Polyamide??? We seen many times before, the engineers got your back.How does nylon vs metal backing hold up for extended drain intervals? Wouldn't the heat/cold cycles make the nylon brittle?
I called PG. They make it. Soon a PG branded version will also be released called the Ultimate Synthetic.Are we suspecting that this filter is made by Premium Guard? Nobody has mentioned it yet.
It is for Toyota cartridge filters. There is a plug that unscrews, then you insert that and it drains the filter housing before you remove it.What's the white gizmo in the center of the first picture?
I have this on the Lexus … not impressed …It is for Toyota cartridge filters. There is a plug that unscrews, then you insert that and it drains the filter housing before you remove it.
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It works pretty well anytime that I've used them. I still have the plastic housing. Is yours OEM or A/M?I have this on the Lexus … not impressed …
My Toyota aluminum replacement just cuts the O-ring …
Both are OEM - the plastic works fine - just thought at +/- 5 years - it was time. Guess I’ll just get a new plastic capIt works pretty well anytime that I've used them. I still have the plastic housing. Is yours OEM or A/M?
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This is the coolest tool for Toyotas. They have them to fit other applications as well.
https://klickwrench.com/product/klick-wrench-cup-64mm-purple-25nm-heavy-duty/
@Glenda W. Did they say the CQ EP has the same media as their new Ultimate Synthetic?I called PG. They make it. Soon a PG branded version will also be released called the Ultimate Synthetic.
https://www.pgfilters.com/products/filters/oil-filters/ultimate-synthetic-oil-filters/
Yes. Same filter and media.@Glenda W. Did they say the CQ EP has the same media as their new Ultimate Synthetic?
The link shows 99.5% at 25um which is better than the stated efficiency of the CQ EP (99% at 25um.
“Advanced full-synthetic media captures 99.5%** of harmful contaminants while maintaining superior oil flow for peak performance. Built with premium components—including a silicone anti-drainback valve, HNBR gasket, and reinforced steel housing—it’s engineered to perform under extreme pressure and temperature for lasting reliability. Ideal for synthetic oil changes and extended service intervals.
** Performance tested per ISO 4548-12 at 25 µm.”
Thanks for the info. PG knocking it out of the park lately.Yes. Same filter and media.
When I had called about the EP it was so new they had to contact engineering and get back to me.
Tell that to anyone who has had to service a over tightened filter housing. It's a cool tool, eliminates error, and does a very good job removing also.The tool "klickwrench" is beyond superfluous.
Stopping after you feel the housing "shoulder out" is all you have to do.
Most people don't need a torque limiting cup wrench