Would you use this filter? (Manufacturing defect, Champ PH500)

[Lubener]

Dome end is caved in on one side. On a filter with a dome-end bypass it would go straight in the trash but I’m questioning this one because it appears to be a base-end combo valve.

Then again, it cost $1.35 and I have about 50 of them so maybe I’ll just cut my losses.
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I wouldn't have even asked this question on such a cheap filter and you have 50 of them.. Cut it open and post the pics or toss it.

 

[bullwinkle]

I wouldn't use it, anytime you have a dent, you risk a crack at the edges because the can is weakened by it. Not sure where you got them, but I'm surprised it couldn't be returned (prob. not worth it for $1.35)?

 

[naterbomb]

No don't use it not worth the chance. Cut it and post the pictures.

 

[BeerCan]

I say put it back on the shelf and use the other 49 first, then use it.

 

[AutoMechanic]

I’d use it I’ve used dented filters before with no issues.

 

[drtyler]

Save for for when you run out of the next 49 good ones.

 

[arakele]

Just watch out for the botulism and you should be good!

 

[rojoes]

Dissect it

 

[mpack88]

Dome end is caved in on one side. On a filter with a dome-end bypass it would go straight in the trash but I’m questioning this one because it appears to be a base-end combo valve.

Then again, it cost $1.35 and I have about 50 of them so maybe I’ll just cut my losses.
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Cute it open.

 

[TheLawnRanger]

It may have been ok. I tend to be overly cautious.

 

[jagdriver727]

 

[ZeeOSix]

^^^ It has a combo ADBV/bypass valve setup.

 

[haggler]

whats the difference between these and the ones they make for ACDelco? The ACDelco ones I've seen have metal end caps, but was wondering about the filtration paper as well.

 

[CapitalTruck]

ACDelcos dont use combo bypass/adb valve. They use traditional poppit valves.