1969 coupe 15 Report post Posted October 22, 2011 This is not really a Mustang only question, but I figure most people on here do most maintenance on their own vehicle. Just curious what type oil filer you use on your Stang and other vehicles. If you want to add what brand oil you use that would be OK. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jholmes217 65 Report post Posted October 22, 2011 I use Motorcraft or NAPA Gold (Wix) on mine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969 coupe 15 Report post Posted October 22, 2011 Just curious because I had a leak from my filter this morning on my truck. It is a Motorcraft filter and seems to have developed a leak from the casing. I know most of us are Ford guys and prob have an F series and hoped I could find out if this is common or just bad luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jholmes217 65 Report post Posted October 22, 2011 Just curious because I had a leak from my filter this morning on my truck. It is a Motorcraft filter and seems to have developed a leak from the casing. I know most of us are Ford guys and prob have an F series and hoped I could find out if this is common or just bad luck. Where is it leaking from the case? Can you post a picture? Did you ensure the old O ring gasket came off with the old filter before putting on the new one? If it is "double gasketed," that may be your leak. It is also possible that something was kicked up off the road while driving and put a small hole in it. I've never seen that happen personally, but I've heard of it. IOt is alos possibly manufacturer defect. In that case, I would think you could exchange it for free at the auto parts store where you bought it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969 coupe 15 Report post Posted October 22, 2011 Where is it leaking from the case? Can you post a picture? Did you ensure the old O ring gasket came off with the old filter before putting on the new one? If it is "double gasketed," that may be your leak. It is also possible that something was kicked up off the road while driving and put a small hole in it. I've never seen that happen personally, but I've heard of it. IOt is alos possibly manufacturer defect. In that case, I would think you could exchange it for free at the auto parts store where you bought it. It is not doubled up, I have done that in the past so I always check that and double check that. I have not changed it for a while so that may have something to do with it. The filter has some rust on it so I am hoping a replacement will cure the problem. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969 Mach1 14 Report post Posted October 23, 2011 I have seen several oil filters cut open and for a non-race filter the Wix (also Napa Gold) is the best and most robust made. If I can't get the Wix I will use a Motorcraft. Although I have seen at least half the Motorcraft filters leak at the seam where the canister is attached to the base. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dsc2 10 Report post Posted October 23, 2011 Remember it is also important to look where the filter is manufactured in past. Motorcraft (and others) contracts are shopped around every year. Alot of the manufacturing is now gone to Mexico. Not saying that this means better or worse quality but what you are buying today may only have the brand name in common with what you bought last time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Max Power 74 Report post Posted October 23, 2011 It also matters where you buy them. I remember a flap about the Fleet Farm Motorcrafts vs the parts store version a while back, where the Fleet Farm one was a lot cheaper inside, but looked identical outside. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stangme428 33 Report post Posted October 24, 2011 I have seen several oil filters cut open and for a non-race filter the Wix (also Napa Gold) is the best and most robust made. If I can't get the Wix I will use a Motorcraft. Although I have seen at least half the Motorcraft filters leak at the seam where the canister is attached to the base. the shop i had my motor dyno done used only wix, they talked me into it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAD IN NC 21 Report post Posted October 24, 2011 There have been lot's of threads about this question on all forums... If you google search the topic you will find lots of threads like this one. http://www.bestcovery.com/best-oil-filter I use Purolator Gold myself - never Fram..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cobra460jet 10 Report post Posted October 24, 2011 I use Wix filters on my cars and my diesel. Stay away from Fram. Motorcraft filters are some generic stuff with Motorcraft stamped on them. Do your research and youll see. The diesel guys really know there stuff when it comes to filters.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LiLMike 42 Report post Posted October 24, 2011 Just curious....Why is everybody against Fram? I never heard of Wix until I saw a friend of mine use them in his business. I read something a long while back about Napa Gold being the best filter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jkskinsfan 19 Report post Posted October 24, 2011 No matter which Filter you use, Change the Oil more often. It may cost a few dollars more, but it's a small price to pay for peace of mind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Max Power 74 Report post Posted October 26, 2011 Just curious....Why is everybody against Fram? I never heard of Wix until I saw a friend of mine use them in his business. I read something a long while back about Napa Gold being the best filter. Cheap internals. Fram spends money on marketing instead or materials. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1969 Mach1 14 Report post Posted October 26, 2011 I agree with Max Power, Fram uses cheap internals and construction. Napa Gold filters, oil, air, and fuel, are Wix filters with Napa Gold stickers on them. In my opinion Wix filters, oil, air, and fuel are superior to Fram's. Most people that do their own auto service are aware of Fram because of Fram's marketing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaxLT 10 Report post Posted June 26, 2012 (edited) I think the Bosch Distance Plus filters are by far the best oil filters for the money. Mobil 1, K&N, Wix, Napa Gold, Bosch and Purolator PureONE are pretty good filters as well. For Oil, I'd say that Valvoline and Mobil 1 Synthetics are about the best reasonably priced ones out there. Royal Purple and Amsoil are very good but they aren't worth the price premium to me. Castrol is sneaky and used to advertise their Syntec as true synthetic when it's not so don't waste your money, and I've never forgiven Penzoil and Quaker State for the crap they were putting out 20-30 years ago so I can't give an honest opinion on their latest stuff. No matter what brand you use, if you stick to 3k conventional oil changes, and 12 month synthetic oil changes you should never have any type of oil related failure. Lastly, if your motor is still using a hydraulic flat tappet cam don't skip on a zinc additive or use a high zinc oil to protect the camshaft. (I used to use 1/4 of a quart of Lucas Engine Break in oil additive at each oil change before I upgraded to a hyd roller camshaft) Edited June 26, 2012 by MaxLT Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sportsroof69 13 Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Motorcraft FL1A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
70mstang 11 Report post Posted June 26, 2012 I'm using Motorcraft as well .. Purolator I've heard is good as well .. figure they've been around this many years.. staying away from Fram .. Had one clog up on me and had to rebuild the engine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chillininnh 21 Report post Posted June 26, 2012 Napa Platinum #41415, if gold is good platinum must be better lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cavboy78 28 Report post Posted June 26, 2012 x 18 on wix. My builder recommended wix andI've already been using them on my jeep for a while now after I got fed up with Fram garbage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black Jade 43 Report post Posted June 27, 2012 I run Motocraft Racing oli filters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
