[Cut Open] Bosch Distance Plus D3323 - 12,487 mi

[DuckRyder]

12,487 and 2 OCIs with 5/30HM Mobil1

Looks fine, UOA to come

Mobil 1 0w40 and a PSL went on.

 

[JerryBob]

Looks nice. Seems about on-par with a Mobil 1. Priced about the same in my area, too. I've only seen them in WalMart in my area.

 

[webfors]

Nice looking filter.

Haven't spent nearly as much time on BITOG as I used to, but that looks exactly like a purolator.

 

[Recalculating]

The same make filter is on its second OCI on the Honda CR-V to take it out to about 13k. This will be the second one to do this. The first Bosch D+ mirrored your photos and am expecting the current one to do the same. Stout filter that holds up nicely.

Thanks for posting.

 

[ZeeOSix]

Looks good. What's the date code on the can? I see "F09....".

Then maybe C? Which would be Sep 2011.

 

[Sayjac]

Looks good. Very similar to the BD+ 3323 I also ran two ocis to 13.5k miles as posted here.

I told you, no worries.

Thanks for the pics.

 

[DuckRyder]

Originally Posted By: ZeeOSix
Looks good. What's the date code on the can? I see "F09....".

Then maybe C? Which would be Sep 2011.



F09C20E1 the "0" are fat more like:
FO9C2OE1

It went on in January 2013

 

[Nick R]

Originally Posted By: webfors
Nice looking filter.

Haven't spent nearly as much time on BITOG as I used to, but that looks exactly like a purolator.


That's because Purolator makes bosch oil filters

 

[GM4LIFE]

Are the specs similar or the same as the Fram Ultra filters?

I have seen them at Walmart too, but didn't know anything about them.

 

[Bud_One]

Originally Posted By: GM4LIFE
Are the specs similar or the same as the Fram Ultra filters?

I have seen them at Walmart too, but didn't know anything about them.


No they're not as good as the Ultras.
Per their website -
"Performs with any formulation of motor oil. 99.9%* efficiency, greater capacity and greater burst resistance strength than conventional oil filters. *Based on ISO 4548-12 at 40 microns on D3500 **Compared to conventional filters"

http://www.boschautoparts.com/distanceplus-oil-filters

 

[GM4LIFE]

Thanks for the info! I stocked up on a ton of Amsoil EAO filters, AC Delco filters (which I will most likely return) and Fram Ultra filters. Between the Amsoil and Fram Ultras, I don't know which ones to run and which ones are better. The Amsoil filters are taller than the Fram Ultra filters and I have never had an issue with the Amsoil filters over the years. I heard Fram makes the Amsoil EAO filters now to Amsoil specs. I don't know if that is true either.

 

[DuckRyder]

IMO the Ultra is the current best buy, these or more money unless you get some sort of deal (like I did) and not as nice of filter IMO.

If I could get an Ultra without the grip coating they would be all I buy...

 

[Cristobal]

It looks like it could do 15,000 miles. I have on right now on my car and am planning on taking it to that mileage.

 

[DuckRyder]

Originally Posted By: Cristobal
It looks like it could do 15,000 miles. I have on right now on my car and am planning on taking it to that mileage.


I have no doubt it would, that was my plan to start (2 7000-7500 oci) but I decided to put the car on a 10,000 schedule like the Civic and this was a nice convenient time to do so at approximately ~160,000 that is easier for me to remember...

 

[SilverC6]

Originally Posted By: Bud_One
Originally Posted By: GM4LIFE
Are the specs similar or the same as the Fram Ultra filters?

I have seen them at Walmart too, but didn't know anything about them.


No they're not as good as the Ultras.
Per their website -
"Performs with any formulation of motor oil. 99.9%* efficiency, greater capacity and greater burst resistance strength than conventional oil filters. *Based on ISO 4548-12 at 40 microns on D3500 **Compared to conventional filters"

http://www.boschautoparts.com/distanceplus-oil-filters


The Bosch and FRAM are both superior filters.

Same engine, same oil, 400,000 miles later and there would be no difference in a teardown.

In a sludge loaded engine, this filter might even be a better choice due to its additional dirt holding capacity.

 

[gregk24]

Looks great! I still couldn't bring myself to use one. No reason to with the Fram Ultra so readily available at a great price. Thanks for cutting and posting!

 

[MinamiKotaro]

I like the D+. PureONE on 'roids. Too bad they cost so much.

 

[David1]

I think Bosch Distance Plus are over priced....

What do you think?

 

[dlundblad]

Very good looking filter indeed, but very overpriced. Wouldn't be so bad if it was included in an oil change special.

 

[bullwinkle]

They were a good deal when Bosch & AAP had the MIRs & oil change specials when they were first introduced-at regular price, they're overpriced, big time.