Since clearance will be an issue, stick with OE. The black filter 492932S is very well made (Champion Labs, I believe). Maybe small, but it is tough and has thread end bypass and silicone ADBV. They are about 10 at Lowe's or H.D. It is about a dollar more for the yellow (premium) one. You may be able to find a better deal on Amazon though.
I did not have the clearance issue, so I gave my wallet a favor and went with Motorcraft.
In your profile, you say you are down South. Delvac or Rotella would be fine oil to run in that too.