Purolator synthetic air filter

Durango · Sep 2, 2007

Hello to all,

I was wondering if anyones has tried a Purolator air filter using the synthetic material that claims traps more dirt? I believe one side is oiled.

Durango

Mudcat · Sep 2, 2007

Are you asking about the Purolator PureOne engine air filter?

I am currently running one of those on a '95 GM 350 TBI engine. These filters are indeed oiled, but I can't confirm their synthetic media content, at least not from Purolator's web site.

FWIW, it appears to be well made amd comes bagged in plastic like a K&N.

Durango · Sep 3, 2007

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Are you asking about the Purolator PureOne engine air filter?

I am currently running one of those on a '95 GM 350 TBI engine. These filters are indeed oiled, but I can't confirm their synthetic media content, at least not from Purolator's web site.

FWIW, it appears to be well made amd comes bagged in plastic like a K&N.

Mudcat,

Sorry for my vague posting. I believe it is called "Pure One" and I thought the filtering media was synthetic cuz it stated something about micron fltering. I was wondering if the oiled media traps more dirt and if it was not AND wether it impeads air flow.

I just wanted some feed-back about this product because Fram is suppose to be lousey as far as oil filters go so I can't really say about "air filters".

Have you had any issues with this product as my parts store carries the conventional version also.

Durango

Mudcat · Sep 5, 2007

If you are in the market for a new filter, I'd say yes, try one. To my unscientific eye, the Pureone filter element showed visable trapped dirt in significantly fewer miles than I've noticed on standard paper elemnts. If you were to use one, I would recommend checking the filter occasionally.

Since the Pureone uses oiled media, you'll also want to consider an MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor cleaning regime if you veicle is uses one.

In my case, this filter replaced a K&N. I did notice that the Purone reduced throttle response vs. the K&N--more throttle to hold uphill speed for instance. I was willing to live with that for the better filtration. The marketing speak on the Purolator website indicates the Pureone has increased air flow, but they don't say in relation to what.

From what I have seen, it's the best off the shelf filter for my application. If I ever place another Amsoil order, I'll try their EAA filter. I understand it probably offers the best filtration/air flow on the market.

dommiel74 · Sep 6, 2007

The fram toughguard air filters are also very good.

Durango · Sep 7, 2007

dommiel74,

I'm glad you mentioned Fram. My local Pep Boys has loads of them as well as Puraltor. When I'm ready to buy I can get either or and be confident my Durango will get me to Azrizona in December.

Durango

dommiel74 · Sep 7, 2007

No problem.
In my *opinion* fram toughgard air filters are better than P1. TG have more pleats, firmer construction, and are 3+ dollars cheaper.
I wouldnt hesitate to use a P1, but after I look at my TG after 15k miles (versus a regular fram or purolator) Ill stick with the TG.

JustinH · Sep 8, 2007

I'm not a big fan of any oiled media on a mass air equipped car.

Some of the KN filters I have seen spew oil all over the sensor, skewing its reading.

I'll stick with a 7 dollar purolator and call it a day. I'll even replace them once a year.

Durango · Sep 9, 2007

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I'm not a big fan of any oiled media on a mass air equipped car.

Some of the KN filters I have seen spew oil all over the sensor, skewing its reading.

JustinH,

ou brought up a good point. I'll think on this for a while. Thanks again.

Durango

I'll stick with a 7 dollar purolator and call it a day. I'll even replace them once a year.

Durango · Sep 9, 2007

JustinH,

You brought up a good point. I'll think on this a while.
Thanks again,

Durango

dommiel74 · Sep 9, 2007

The TG and P1 filters are oiled, but within reason. They do not saturated them so they spew off globs of oil all over. Its more like a fine mist, but it does appear to help.
I dont have a MAF sensor, but if you think its a problem you can pick up a bottle of MAF sensor cleaner and spray it off each time you change the filter. I think the oiled ones do make a bit of a difference and are will worth the 2-3 extra dollars.

mfisher1967 · Sep 11, 2007

UOA's seem to be good using Wix dry paper filters. I hope that Amsoil starts to offer an EAA filter for my 2007 Civic soon, but I am not holding my breath. It seems odd that Amsoil would take so long to offer an EAA filter for one of the most common cars purchased in the US. If an EAA filter is not available I will go with Wix.

ARB1977 · Sep 11, 2007

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UOA's seem to be good using Wix dry paper filters. I hope that Amsoil starts to offer an EAA filter for my 2007 Civic soon, but I am not holding my breath. It seems odd that Amsoil would take so long to offer an EAA filter for one of the most common cars purchased in the US. If an EAA filter is not available I will go with Wix.

Same for the 3.4L engine ive been back and forth between oil and dry.

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