Is this dented filter usable? PurolatorBOSS PBL20195

[NashNative]

This is the correct take. Our engineers at Fleetguard say the same thing. Dents will often create weak points and the filters can start leaking.

I wouldn't use it and risk an engine over a free dented oil filter. Those dents look to have sharp edges which can translate into stress points that could weaken the metal and spring a leak from the pressure fluctuations.

 

[ford250]

Looks like one to me.

That had to be a hard lick to dent that can Those are thick material !

 

[Dborch41]

If that filter uses a leaf spring (most do), that dent could cause it to misalign with the filter cartridge. That would create an internal leak allowing oil to bypass the filter media.

I wouldn't risk it.