Whats next filter up to replace Fram ultra's...

[4wd]

Yeah i dont understand but I think yhey want you to use your phone with the newer subarus. My 2016 center dash console has a really nice unit that has all kinds of stuff including a maintenance reminder that you can set for tires, oil, etc ...her new one has the console but is static with only gas mileage and a clock. Going to see if you have to use the stupid app which I think is just well ya know

My PM drill is picture of oil/filter under hood + odometer …
Normally we remember the OLM ?

 

[GW.]

Unicorn?

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Nope. Only the OG Ultra is considered a unicorn. Wire backed pink media with the leaf spring seal. These have been a hot mess for 6-7 years now.

 

[4wd]

Unicorn?

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That’s the resin coated weak media …
The decline started way back …

 

[Bishoptf]

Unicorn?

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I see quite a few below that picture also, i went to three walmarts near me and the shelves were really sparse.

 

[Speedy3861]

Having 2 Hondas, I find the dealership still seems to have access to the Fram sourced 15400-PLM-A02 but prefer not use them due to their questionable efficiency. Have switched to the Mobil 1 M1-110A and a search of 3 local Walmarts have yielded 4 of them, 2 were hidden on another shelf. The filter section of all 3 stores were pretty decimated. The nearest O'Reilly is about a 100 mile round trip, so I may take a trip and pick up some Microgard Select MSL57356. I don't usually stockpile, but I'm thinking that this situation isn't going to resolve quickly. The quest for a quality, well built filter for any application is problematic, especially if you are resistant to paying $15-20 at AAP, AZ or NAPA.

 

[martinq]

Here is the Microgard Select long version for Subaru from my Outback.

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Thread 'Microgard Select MSL 57055 5k miles C&P'

Dec 26, 2025

2018 Subaru Outback 152k miles

5559 mile oci.

Out: ESP 0W-30
Off: Microgard Select 57055

Same in and on.

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• Replies: 10
• Forum: Engine Oil Filters

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57055 crosses to the Fram 7317 which is the most common "large" M20x1.5 filter I know of. Lots of selection.

 

[WarEagle]

Having 2 Hondas, I find the dealership still seems to have access to the Fram sourced 15400-PLM-A02 but prefer not use them due to their questionable efficiency. Have switched to the Mobil 1 M1-110A and a search of 3 local Walmarts have yielded 4 of them, 2 were hidden on another shelf. The filter section of all 3 stores were pretty decimated. The nearest O'Reilly is about a 100 mile round trip, so I may take a trip and pick up some Microgard Select MSL57356. I don't usually stockpile, but I'm thinking that this situation isn't going to resolve quickly. The quest for a quality, well built filter for any application is problematic, especially if you are resistant to paying $15-20 at AAP, AZ or NAPA.

Have you considered Carquest premium? Can be had for ~$8-8.50 with AAPs coupon code and free shipping on $35+

 

[Snagglefoot]

Nope. Only the OG Ultra is considered a unicorn. Wire backed pink media with the leaf spring seal. These have been a hot mess for 6-7 years now.

They’re more of a Brontosaurus!

 

[Speedy3861]

Have you considered Carquest premium? Can be had for ~$8-8.50 with AAPs coupon code and free shipping on $35+

I have a near by AAP, I'll look into them. I'm presuming they are equivalent to the Microgard Select?

 

[Bishoptf]

Can someone tell me if this PG filter from autozone is only made for autozone P84712 is the 20k filter but on rockauto I only see the 10k versions. Can you get the 84712 filter anywhere else and if so what part number to look for, thanks.

 

[DannyM]

Can someone tell me if this PG filter from autozone is only made for autozone P84712 is the 20k filter but on rockauto I only see the 10k versions. Can you get the 84712 filter anywhere else and if so what part number to look for, thanks.

You mean that PG Carquest filter from Advance Auto.. not Autozone. Yeah that is not available at the moment under PG label on RockAuto afaik. If you buy the oil change bundle at Advance then the filter price is cut in half more or less.

 

[Bishoptf]

You mean that PG Carquest filter from Advance Auto.. not Autozone. Yeah that is not available at the moment under PG label on RockAuto afaik. If you buy the oil change bundle at Advance then the filter price is cut in half more or less.

Yup sorry meant advanced auto, i wasn't seeing it on rockauto and assumed AA was the only place to get it, bummer wish they would pick it up but maybe its an exclusive thing with AA.

 

[#18FAN]

Here is the Microgard Select long version for Subaru from my Outback.

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Thread 'Microgard Select MSL 57055 5k miles C&P'

Dec 26, 2025

2018 Subaru Outback 152k miles

5559 mile oci.

Out: ESP 0W-30
Off: Microgard Select 57055

Same in and on.

• GW.
• Replies: 10
• Forum: Engine Oil Filters

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I was going through the post noticed change in filter I just changed oil a week ago old one on left.

 

[ZeeOSix]

I have a near by AAP, I'll look into them. I'm presuming they are equivalent to the Microgard Select?

Yes, both are blend media and 10K mile rated filters. The Carquest Premium touts a little better efficiency on AAP's website, but could be that O'Reilly is just being conservative and they are basically the same efficiency.

 

[ZeeOSix]

I was going through the post noticed change in filter I just changed oil a week ago old one on left.
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Bigger inlet holes to make people think "more flow"

 

[#18FAN]

Bigger inlet holes to make people think "more flow"

Will cut after use if any internal chang.

 

[GW.]

I was going through the post noticed change in filter I just changed oil a week ago old one on left.
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Interesting. I’ll be due in 2k more miles and will see if there is any changes at my O’Reillys.

 

[ZeeOSix]

The new base plate looks more beefy, and the base gasket is larger/thicker too.

 

[Fair enough]

I was going through the post noticed change in filter I just changed oil a week ago old one on left.
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The left one is a direct copy of Purolator and probably costs much more to make.

 

[Fair enough]

These it says are all rated at 20 microns for 10,000 miles, never looked at it that close, nice.