Fram TG - unusual indent
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My mom used to tell me not to eat the soup in dented cans. Maybe this transfers from that advice?
This is why you always look at a filter before you buy it if you can.
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And I still shake boxes of light bulbs, even though they're LEDs now
Too much drama here about this filter. Some act as if the engine will explode if this filter is used. That and/or, the earth will start turning in another direction.Run it? Nope! - especially with the polymer bypass valve sitting in a leaf style spring.
It Looks like it was the second to bottom row on the case and the case was dropped.
Or it was on the top row and the case was dropped (or thrown in to the semi-trailer) upside down.
Now I cant recall if those filters are base end down in the box or not! Whatever.
It could work fine - but I would not risk a 5K engine for a 5 dollar part "Bet".
But I think BlueOval has some 'splainin' to do,
but he is a risk takin' guy running with the blue ovals anywho
IMHO, an engine using an oil filter numerous times would sustain more damage over using this filter.
Get yor money back - you don't need a receipt if you paid by CC. You can likely see if the bypass poppet is broken by looking in the "OUT" hole.
I would not be surprised if Fram filters sold at WalMart have a unique UPC code to indicate such. I've seen it before. They are probably Fram filters largest customer and probably manufacture in lots exclusively for WalMart, and part of their UPC indicates it.
Like said above, the way I see the picture on my screen, it looks like a manufacturing defect. I'd keep it and Email honeywell the pic given the issues with returning it. Ultimately it's on them, not WalMart. Maybe they'll send you a new one or better.
Hasn't been Honeywell forever.
Trico acquires Fram Group; analysts see risks in deal - Auto Service World
Fram's filters and Autolite spark plugs brands included in deal reported to be worth US$310 million
www.autoserviceworld.com
Just email Fram with a photo and see what they say.
Sorry the questions have already been asked.
What is you reasoning for running it?
Other than, "I've run over Aardvarks with my truck late at night - after hours of drinking at the pool hall - and that critter ... it dinged up the filter something wicked - but it is still running, so ..."
Are you aware the assembly leaf spring sits just above the damaged area with the bypass poppet valve situated in a blanked out hole at its centre?
I say again, risk damaging a 5K engine over a 5 dollar part? That is quite the spin of the wheel.
Sorry the questions have already been asked.
What is you reasoning for running it?
Other than, "I've run over Aardvarks with my truck late at night - after hours of drinking at the pool hall - and that critter ... it dinged up the filter something wicked - but it is still running, so ..."
Are you aware the assembly leaf spring sits just above the damaged area with the bypass poppet valve situated in a blanked out hole at its centre?
I say again, risk damaging a 5K engine over a 5 dollar part? That is quite the spin of the wheel.
It’s my opinion and I’m entitled to it. Just as you are yours.
I was in Wally World the other day and opened up a Fram Tough Guard box and someone had replaced the TG with a SuperTech. I assume they put the TG in the SuperTech box. All in the effort to save a few bucks. Shameful.
Yes I remember when people in America used to be honest not so much these days!
Yep, you have to be vigilant no matter where you shop.
