This filter came from a quick lube place that features Valvoline as their main product. I've been taking in my own filter for quite a while and just lately started taking in my own oil. The last change I did on my Buick I had them give me what they would of normally used so I could cut it open and post my findings. This is my first time cutting a filter open so go easy on me.
First thing I noticed was the weight compared to the Napa 1040 or Carquest 85040 I usually take in.
When I first got it a part I was impressed at the pleat spacing....
...until I turned it and seen this, from viewing other posts the seam and spacing around it don't look the best.
Is this plastic grate tube what makes this an e-core?
If you had to choose between a Napa or Carquest blue for this application what would be your choice and why? Or once O'Reilly's opens up I'll have access to a Wix.
First thing I noticed was the weight compared to the Napa 1040 or Carquest 85040 I usually take in.
When I first got it a part I was impressed at the pleat spacing....
...until I turned it and seen this, from viewing other posts the seam and spacing around it don't look the best.
Is this plastic grate tube what makes this an e-core?
If you had to choose between a Napa or Carquest blue for this application what would be your choice and why? Or once O'Reilly's opens up I'll have access to a Wix.