Oil filter of choice
 

First off, don't flame me for placing this topic in the wrong category. I tried doing multiple searches and didn't find what I was looking for.
Have had my Z for a year now and would like to again change the oil before I put it away for the winter. Have seen multiple posts suggesting either the K&N or the Purolator Pure One filter over the OEM. Has anyone ever cut one of these filters open to see how much fiber there actually is?
Am tossed between the Purolator's larger size and what I've seen from previous experience with the K&N. That being, even though the K&N is smaller, it has more fiber to absorb.
Just like many other owners, choosing the right filter when we have several choices isn't all that easy. Info, suggestions backed up with information is more towards what I'm looking for. Thanks in advance...
Pat

I have aways ran Amsoil oil and filters in all of my cars and they have never had a problem. Also, Amsoil is known for filtration down into the microns. Used it on my 350z and every other car. Just my two cents.

AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters - Nanofiber Technology

Purolator PL14610. :tup:

Better yet, review this EXCELLENT DIY thread:

http://www.the370z.com/diy-section-d...es-inside.html

I like the K&N HP-1008

I uesd stock oil filter,but made in Japan ones,not made in China.

this :tup:

http://i576.photobucket.com/albums/s...e/DSC02920.jpg

59,000+ miles and no complain so far. Started using this from 3,600 miles. But I did like the K&N too but this one is about 5 bucks cheaper. So, I went with this. There's a thread where a member cut all different types of oil filters. You may have to go to bobistheoilguy forum. :tup:

Moved to engine section

I use the Purolator, probably because I used AK's DIY. Not sure about the differences in performance of the two sizes people seem to go between (stock size or a little bigger). The best thing is to just change your oil regularly, that's more important than OEM vs. KN vs. Purolator

Another oil/filter thread:shakes head:

Hi Pat, it's an oil filter...don't loose sleep over it dude. Try searching on Google for oil filter comparisons. This has been beat to death...resurrected, and then beat to death over and over.

I use a Classic Purolator filter from Walmart. I believe they are $3

Thanks for the info...
 

I realize it's an oil filter. But I also know i'm quite fond of this particular car and don't mind paying extra for the "right" filter. Will more than likely go with the Purolator simply because it's a larger filter which should be able to hold more oil....Thanks for the feedback...
Pat

There is no 'right' filter. The cheap ones will filter any particles that will present a danger to your engine as well as the more expensive filters do. You do realize that any filter will pass metal particles up to a certain size. So don't sweat it. Put on an expensive one if it makes you feel better.

im a big fan of the mobil 1 oil filter. If you want a bigger filter you can use the filter for the titan on the z. Its got the same type of thread bolt and also the same housing sizes.

Amsoil for me too. Have stuck w/ Amsoil since several years ago with different cars: Evo VIII, R33 GTR, and now the Z.

Purple is the best oil filter and made for synthetic oil, casing thickness is larger and has a silicone pressure cover inside compared to rubber

I use the Mobil 1 Extended Life filter in my Z, no problems reported after 30K