I'm working on a filter recommendations for some friends. I've put together a basic list of filters that are readily available in my area. It's possible that there could be some filter missing but but I've gotten everything that I can recall seeing in the local stores and even checked a couple of their websites.
I know there is always some risk in posting a list like this because naturally we all have our opinions about which filter is best and which filter should be avoided at all cost. But then again that's also why I'm posting this is case my options are off or incorrect.
So I guess what I'm looking for here is a good honest appraisal of this list with suggestions for improvement. I've tried to order the filters based on various factors such as construction quality and filtration ability, which of course can make raking difficult as one filter may have "better" construction but poorer filtration, etc. Also, I'll have to admit that I don't neccessarly know all the factors involved in those criteria either. With brands switching manufactures, etc, quality ranking can be a moving target; but I've done my best from what I've found on BIOG and other sites.
Ok here is the list:
Not-recommended
-Frame extra guard (the bright orange filter)
-Microgard
-Advance Auto store brand
-Value Craft
-Autolight
-Super Tech
Acceptable
-Puralator Classic
-Napa Pro-select
-AC-Delco
-Puralator Premium Plus
-Mopar
-Drive works
-Motorcraft
-Pronto
Good
-Wix/Napa Gold
-Puralator Pure One
-Bosch
High End
-Bosch Distance Plus
-Royal Purple
-Mobil One
-K&N
I know there is always some risk in posting a list like this because naturally we all have our opinions about which filter is best and which filter should be avoided at all cost. But then again that's also why I'm posting this is case my options are off or incorrect.
So I guess what I'm looking for here is a good honest appraisal of this list with suggestions for improvement. I've tried to order the filters based on various factors such as construction quality and filtration ability, which of course can make raking difficult as one filter may have "better" construction but poorer filtration, etc. Also, I'll have to admit that I don't neccessarly know all the factors involved in those criteria either. With brands switching manufactures, etc, quality ranking can be a moving target; but I've done my best from what I've found on BIOG and other sites.
Ok here is the list:
Not-recommended
-Frame extra guard (the bright orange filter)
-Microgard
-Advance Auto store brand
-Value Craft
-Autolight
-Super Tech
Acceptable
-Puralator Classic
-Napa Pro-select
-AC-Delco
-Puralator Premium Plus
-Mopar
-Drive works
-Motorcraft
-Pronto
Good
-Wix/Napa Gold
-Puralator Pure One
-Bosch
High End
-Bosch Distance Plus
-Royal Purple
-Mobil One
-K&N