Crap. I guess I'm switching filter brands next oil change.

The reason i reopened a previous thread...i heard some people were using a different size filters. is this recommended or no...and thanks for the info...im a novice but im slowly learnung and taking notes...

I've read on other forums that people get larger filters, but I don't really know what the difference would be other than more oil being filtered at once. As far as which filter I use, I like purolator because its cheap (3 dollars on sale at the local autoparts store, and 5 dollars on amazon if you like the idea of having them delivered) and supposed to be pretty good quality. Thats a whole lot cheaper than the mobile and k&n alternatives around here. As well, its easy to find the filter when you use a purolator because its yellow.

Thats exactly what i heard also...I've used purolater also and no complaints...what have yall heard about purolater?

There is a larger filter that can be used, don't remember the numbers though. It holds a little more oil and have a bit more filter media.

I use STP filters because my brother recommended them.He used to be the manager of a an auto parts wholesaler and said that STP was better than FRAM.

I use STP filters because my brother recommended them.He used to be the manager of an auto parts wholesaler and said that STP was better than FRAM.

Keep in mind that aome companies switch the oem manufacturer or their filters without notice. A good amount of these brands don't make their own, but instead sign a contract with other manufacturers, like ACDelco and maybe STP. That means, they could switch from a good oem to bad oem (like fram at anytime). I've done some research, google "good oil filter and there should be lots of info, as well as look up the subject on Bob is the Oil Guy (I swear I'm not here to advertise that site, its just a wealth of knowledge about car maintenence),

I use AC Delco Part No. PF52 which is a lil longer than stock.
It is used on the 4.3 in the 01 blazers

My purolators are blue!