Fram Ultra vs Extra Engine Air Filter

[AnthemBassMan]

I just picked up a Fram Tough Guard for my 2010 Chrysler Sebring. Still says “Product of USA” on the filter, and the box states that it has a “coated media.”

L8R,
Matt

 

[wdn]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

 

[Peted]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

No. RockAuto, Amazon, and the big 5 Auto stores (depending on location)

 

[gathermewool]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

Not me, friend.

 

[bbhero]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

I agree ^^^^^^^^^

If anything I try to go to other places than Wally world.

 

[IndyFan]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

Why not, if the price is the best?

 

[Wheel366]

Just picked up a Fram Ultra for my Subaru Legacy. Didn't open box but says made in china and reaching into the box reveals the filter is not in a plastic bag.

 

[AutoMechanic]

Both are good filters. I just always buy whichever one I come too first lol it’s hard to mess up an air filter.

 

[CKN]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

You haven't figured out that the term "frugal" can be used on here. I mean c'mon the pinnacle of automotive excellence on here is buying a beater for no more than $2,500.00 and hoping to drive it to 300,000 miles.......it's a forum where (for the most part) old cars come to die!

 

[TrainingPolicy]

Do you guys really limit your choices to what is for sale at Walmart? This is such a hilarious forum.

I cannot speak for everyone. But, I believe this forum has always been about price vs performance. So, yes if I can go to my local Walmart and collect everything I need for routine maintenance and not break a sweat then that is what I will do. We are here (majority of us that is) because we want the best bang for our buck. We don't want to overspend simply due to marketing and we don't want to get something that is subpar that we thought was decent. if you are only looking for boutique oil and filters, I just found a company selling motor oil for $20/qt. You can't find that at your local Walmart, and it seems like it might be the perfect fit for you.

 

[hemitruck]

Just picked up a Fram Ultra for my Subaru Legacy. Didn't open box but says made in china and reaching into the box reveals the filter is not in a plastic bag.

Hope you returned it. Me thinks some one swapped in a cheaper filter.

 

[CKN]

Hope you returned it. Me thinks some one swapped in a cheaper filter.

When I bought the Fram element oil filter (for my wife's 2017 Santa Fe) the only thing in a plastic bag was the rubber gasket and washer. They are not going to spend the extra 1/2 cent to wrap the element itself in a plastic bag. The key is there is one of those round clear adhesive plastic seals on the box end. It shouldn't be broken or peeled off.

 

[Wheel366]

I have until February to return it if there is an issue. I haven't replaced the filter yet.

 

[demarpaint]

Why not, if the price is the best?

I agree, my loyalty is to my wallet. The local mom and pop stores for the most part are long gone, so if I can save shopping online or at Walmart, that's what I do.

 

[Wheel366]

Hope you returned it. Me thinks some one swapped in a cheaper filter.

I opened the box. It was sealed (the box not the filter) and the filter does say Fram 9997 and has a date. Looks ok to me. Nice, clean and thick pleats.

 

[hemitruck]

I opened the box. It was sealed (the box not the filter) and the filter does say Fram 9997 and has a date. Looks ok to me. Nice, clean and thick pleats.

Interesting, mine was sealed in plastic.

 

[Wheel366]

Interesting, mine was sealed in plastic.

Well, I'll be installing it in a few weeks. If it doesn't fit I'll send it back but if the seal is good I'll be happy. I only need to replace every 30 months especially with the few miles I drive.