Cut Open : AC Delco : NEW vs. OLD

[odie]

 

[fantastic]

Even the replacement looks better imo. It doesn't have the metal end caps but looks solid. Wow that's an old filter. Double the weight of the newest version.

 

[ZeeOSix]

New one has the "combo" ADBV/bypass valve ... a design I don't want on my engines.

 

[chemman]

Not a valid comparison. Filters are for different applications.

 

[haggler]

Yeah, the new acdelco filter I use does not look like that. They are ecore with metal end caps.

 

[UG_Passat]

Not a valid comparison. Filters are for different applications.

The guy says both are for his 1997 Ford Explorer... so sounds like a valid comparison to me

 

[chemman]

I looked them up. The PF2 was used on a lot of Ford V8 engines like the old 390s that were common in the late 60's Galaxy 500s and LTDs. The PFL400A was used on a lot of 4 cylinder and V6 engines.

Both filters do have the same threading and pitch, but they have different outside diameters and relief valve pressure settings.

 

[haggler]

People forget ACDelco is just a brand. For GM products, they have in recent years beefed up the filters per GM's spec. For non GM products, they are likely Champ cans painted blue.

 

[Sayjac]

.......For non GM products, they are likely Champ cans painted blue.

Yes, and why the 400A ecore has a combo valve, first gen ecore. ACDelco for GM with no block bypass, always separate dome bypass.

Since this is for Ford, equivalent Motorcraft 910S or longer 400S better choices.