How are Pro-Tec filters these days?

[pro cras]

I like that they're rated for 10k miles and seem to have silicone ADBVs, but I've seen posts with filters made in USA, China, Mexico... Some with tears. Not sure what to expect.

I have a 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5 with 135k miles, infrequently driven, maybe 5-10 times a month, around 500-1500 miles a year. Mostly short trips, occasional longer trips, mild weather. Will be using Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage Full Synthetic 5W-30. Looking to do ~4-5k / 3-5 year OCI's (silicone ADBV seems like a good idea here).

Was gonna add a few Pro-Tec PXL57712 filters to a Rock Auto order. Some alternatives considered: Wix 57712, Champ PH2876XL, Champ PH2867XL (taller 7317 equivalent, not usually listed for the vehicle). Maybe I'll grab one of each. The Champ filters don't have the 23 psi bypass spec.

 

[FordFETruck]

I've used a ton of the PXL51515 and several of the PXL57502 and cut them all open. Haven't had any issues with any of them. I've also used a ton of the Protec 101 old filters and no issues with any of them either. Various country manufacture of the several master packs I've bought.

 

[gtmaster303]

PXL57173 is mine in case anyone was wondering

 

[gtmaster303]

I like that they're rated for 10k miles and seem to have silicone ADBVs, but I've seen posts with filters made in USA, China, Mexico... Some with tears. Not sure what to expect.

I have a 2007 Subaru Outback 2.5 with 135k miles, infrequently driven, maybe 5-10 times a month, around 500-1500 miles a year. Mostly short trips, occasional longer trips, mild weather. Will be using Pennzoil Platinum High Mileage Full Synthetic 5W-30. Looking to do ~4-5k / 3-5 year OCI's (silicone ADBV seems like a good idea here).

Was gonna add a few Pro-Tec PXL57712 filters to a Rock Auto order. Some alternatives considered: Wix 57712, Champ PH2876XL, Champ PH2867XL (taller 7317 equivalent, not usually listed for the vehicle). Maybe I'll grab one of each. The Champ filters don't have the 23 psi bypass spec.

I have to ask is a tear really all that bad? I understand it's not good, but I doubt the filter ceases to function if it tears.

 

[ZeeOSix]

I have to ask is a tear really all that bad? I understand it's not good, but I doubt the filter ceases to function if it tears.

Torn media can introduce the risk of some of the media going into the engine, which could cause an oiling system problem.