Today's OCI debacle - dented XG3614

[demarpaint]

I inspect parts before I start a job, a lesson I learned decades ago. Having said that I would have used the filter you posted pics of.

 

[Virtus_Probi]

Originally Posted By: aquariuscsm

This is why I won't use Fram anymore,the paper thin cans. That's exactly where I squished the last TG I used,by merely gripping it with my hand while I was tightening it. My Nissan,Honda,and Motorcraft OEM's don't even squish when I remove them with channel locks. Fram,if you're reading these posts,please strengthen up the can. Other than the flimsy cans,I think their filters are great!

I stopped using the Subaru "blue can" oil filters because I could feel them flexing when I hand tightened them...I thought they were some kind of composite material and was shocked when I scratched a used one with a pick awl and saw shiny metal. I ended up buying a stash of Tokyo Roki WRX (basically the same engine as my FXT) filters for a low unit price on Amazon and they feel rock solid by comparison. I just didn't like the feel of the blue ones, never had an actual problem with one.

 

[Omahaug]

Quote:

it's a small maybe hair width scratch, but it faces foreward, and we're heading into salt season. i'd hate to develop a rust hole, and spray oil everywhere but INSIDE my engine...

Smart move! For oil filter I check down the center tube too with a flashlight to make sure nothing is amiss.

 

[FlyingVan]

What a waste of a good oil filter. I wouldn't have had an issue using it, but hey, it is your money. Cut it open and post a photo from the inside.

 

[volk06]

Originally Posted By: FlyingVan

What a waste of a good oil filter. I wouldn't have had an issue using it, but hey, it is your money. Cut it open and post a photo from the inside.

A "good" filter is one that is not damaged. As thin as the can is and the pulsing from the oil flow, who knows if it would have developed a crack over the next year. I wasn't going to find out.

 

[JohnnyJohnson]

Keep extras and yes always open the box and look them over. A few weeks back Wally World had a sale on filters. I was getting the on sale Ultra I opened the box and some had swapped it with a Tough guard. I didn't get that one it stayed in the store.

 

[zzyzzx]

I would have used my bicycle to get to the store to exchange the filter.

 

[volk06]

Originally Posted By: zzyzzx

I would have used my bicycle to get to the store to exchange the filter.

That would have been a great option if it weren't for the 8 miles of interstate I have to take to get to town.

 

[Cristobal]

Personally, I would have used the filter. If the oil stayed pretty clean, that would mean it was working.

 

[Dallas69]

Always have an extra filter on hand. They are cheap and if you need it you will be happy.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Originally Posted By: Warstud

I would'a used it.

Me too.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Originally Posted By: volk06

Originally Posted By: earlyre

Originally Posted By: Leo99

Originally Posted By: Warstud

I would'a used it.

I would have used it, too.

Me 3 that location doesn't bother me. if it was up on/near the shoulder or the dome, maybe.

You all are saying you would have used a dented filter for over 10K and 1 year? If I can get the dent to flex by pushing on it, no thanks. I might have considered it if I was running a 5k OCI.

I'm not saying that at all! I would run it the normal length I run all of my oil filters, 5K miles.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Originally Posted By: NoNameJoe

Quote:

it's a small maybe hair width scratch, but it faces foreward, and we're heading into salt season. i'd hate to develop a rust hole, and spray oil everywhere but INSIDE my engine...

Smart move! For oil filter I check down the center tube too with a flashlight to make sure nothing is amiss.

Why not just cut it open right there in the store and make sure the pleating is properly spaced before you buy it.

 

[BlueOvalFitter]

Originally Posted By: volk06

Originally Posted By: FlyingVan

What a waste of a good oil filter. I wouldn't have had an issue using it, but hey, it is your money. Cut it open and post a photo from the inside.

A "good" filter is one that is not damaged. As thin as the can is and the pulsing from the oil flow, who knows if it would have developed a crack over the next year. I wasn't going to find out.

I wonder how many people are riding around with dented oil filters from having them dropped by a tech at an OIL LUBE SHOP? And, their engines are still running with no problems at all. Imagine that! It just baffles the mind to think of it.