Third leaky EaO20 in a row.
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I'd hit up tech support and let them give it a look:see. You'll probably get a new filter out of the deal.
These things, regardless of the filter manufacturer, are best reported. It sends a trace down the line to determine where the stuff is slipping through the cracks. No feedback? No corrective action to tighten the controls.
These things, regardless of the filter manufacturer, are best reported. It sends a trace down the line to determine where the stuff is slipping through the cracks. No feedback? No corrective action to tighten the controls.
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It's probably over a given lot #. Or it could be most evidenced on a given application. I looked to see if there were any TSB's on the EaO20 and found none. Can I figure that all three filters were purchased at once?
I haven't noticed any leakage with the EaO20 I used 2 winters ago, but I did notice that it took a second or two longer to build-up oil pressure when starting the car when compared to every other oil filter I've used on my car. I don't think it hurt anything, but it made me worry slightly anyways.
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Originally Posted By: Thingfish
Originally Posted By: Gary Allan
Can I figure that all three filters were purchased at once?
They were not.
That should rule out the same lot number. I tend to doubt that the same lot sat on the shelf for 3 spaced purchases.
Originally Posted By: Gary Allan
Can I figure that all three filters were purchased at once?
They were not.
That should rule out the same lot number. I tend to doubt that the same lot sat on the shelf for 3 spaced purchases.
I am really tending to think it is coincidence then ( or our local warehouse manager doesn't like me anymore.. lol ). I have installed hundreds of EaO filters ( 20's and 12's ) over the years as the local Subaru clubs "lube guy", and it seems like my car is the first.
Is there a chance the oil filter threaded insert is loose and not perfectly square to the gasket surface. I know on some cars, the threaded insert is removable and can possibly loosen with time (I admit as a new Subaru owner, that I do not know if it is this way on the subie flat 4s).
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Originally Posted By: qship1996
just switch to a Pure-One, easy to purchase locally and filters better anyhow....not to mention it only costs 1/3 the price of the troublesome EAO.
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Blasphemy
But true!
just switch to a Pure-One, easy to purchase locally and filters better anyhow....not to mention it only costs 1/3 the price of the troublesome EAO.
Originally Posted By: Thingfish
Blasphemy
But true!
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Well, true and not. 1/3 the price is with you going to AA and getting it ..and you paying S&H on one filter.
Yeah, my EAO20 leaks slightly on my subaru as well.
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I have STILL never heard back from Amsoil on this matter, in any way shape or form.....
EaO20 has gone in the recycling bin and Pure-One has replaced it.
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EaO20 has gone in the recycling bin and Pure-One has replaced it.
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Originally Posted By: Thingfish
I have STILL never heard back from Amsoil on this matter, in any way shape or form.....
EaO20 has gone in the recycling bin and Pure-One has replaced it.
Wow that sucks, especially from a small company dealing in a high end product. Not good. This board might be a good place to get the word out, and hopefully get you an answer. I recall a member a long while back having an issue with Amsoil, and after bringing it to light here it was resolved. Good luck man!
I have STILL never heard back from Amsoil on this matter, in any way shape or form.....
EaO20 has gone in the recycling bin and Pure-One has replaced it.
Wow that sucks, especially from a small company dealing in a high end product. Not good. This board might be a good place to get the word out, and hopefully get you an answer. I recall a member a long while back having an issue with Amsoil, and after bringing it to light here it was resolved. Good luck man!
My villager has similar issue...
EaO leaks (after 8 months), Nascar select leaks, Napa Gold leaks...
But fram doesn't
EaO leaks (after 8 months), Nascar select leaks, Napa Gold leaks...
But fram doesn't
The 20 is the only filter to ever leak on this car, however there have only been Amsoil,Pure-One and Wix filters on the car.
The leak starts immediately after install, and on a 35K mile car, I am not pleased to have it covered in oil.
I would not be so upset about it if Amsoil had even made an effort to address the issue. ( even an email telling me to jump in a lake would have made me feel better )
The leak starts immediately after install, and on a 35K mile car, I am not pleased to have it covered in oil.
I would not be so upset about it if Amsoil had even made an effort to address the issue. ( even an email telling me to jump in a lake would have made me feel better )
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