I have always opted to use a larger than stock oil filter on virtually every vehicle I've ever owned. I figure that little bit of extra filtering material is a good thing. Does it help anything? Probably not. Does it hurt? Nope.

 

I run the taller wix 51522 on the GMT800 trucks and 57045 on GMT900 trucks.
It would be pretty funny if Amsoil relabled Wix filters and marked up the price.

 

They used to be Donaldson Synteq filters. Now, they’re First Brands/Champ Labs. Basically Royal purple/Fram Endurance clones now. Still excellent filters but a bit overpriced for what they are nowadays.

 

I run the taller one because it is easier to remove ime

 

For sure.
I just changed mine yesterday and i guess i had tighten it up too much last time and boy i tell yeah, i almost had a problem. Live and learn is what i say 💪

 

Should this be something I should do for my 2015 2500HD?

 

LOL! Did you read Gary’s @RedSLEd post above? That pretty much sums it up.

 

There are certain situations when a smaller filter actually has a better efficiency. There are times when bigger ones would be excellent. The "what if" scenarios go on and on. It is so case specific for what filters you consider. "Bigger = better" only applies (generally) if other parameters are the same (media type, etc). You cannot assume that a larger filter always has the same media and spec's as a smaller one.

IMO, you need to define "why" you "want" a bigger filter. Are you seeking more OCI duration? Is it greater filtration efficiency? Is it something else? But keep in mind, your current OCIs probably are no where near the danger zone for your OEM spec'd filter. Your desire to "upgrade" will likely do nothing but satisfy your own emotions.

 

I mean like I said even tho I'm still going to stick with a 5 - 7,000 mile OCI & I'm not going to be anywhere near the mileage rating for either the oil or filter, I feel like having more filter material with the larger filter will trap debris & filter better as I near the 5 - 7,000 mile mark

 

 

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Using one of these KP units on some race cars.

 

The only issue may be the difference in pressure across the gradient to trip the bypass valve for the OEM specified filter vs the larger one. I know for mine I always run a 4" long vs 3" and they have different specs. Just don't let it go so long that it does get clogged.

 

Was just reading back on some old info... Butnif u wouldn't mind answering.. Exactly what 4" filter do u use??

 

You should have been doing this since day one.....

 

Heads-Up: Metal Wire Screen Oil Filters Suck

 

Heads-Up: Metal Wire Screen Oil Filters Suck

Annnnndddd, how many have you personally used to have this data??

 

Well I've always used a wrench style oil filter.

Certain situations huh, well my truck is a not a daily driver anymore, don't tow with it anymore, don't mud with it anymore. It's strictly a pavement biatch now😄

 

OK, I have a 2016 2500 HD with the 6.0.

Which "GMTxxx" do I have ? I cannot find a reference.

 

GMT K2xx

 

Found it.

GMT K2XX

 

You have a K2XX. The quit using GMTXXX after GMT-900

 

Anyone ever use Mann brand filters? The green ones that German cars run...

 

Never heard of them

 

I watched a YouTube vid where one gi

Why? Best choice for Germans, IMO. Mann at least used to also the OEM manufacturer of filters for MB and BMW. Used to even be mande in Germany. Haven’t had an old MB or BMW in a few years, so not sure if they’re still made there.

Why? Best choice for Germans, IMO. Mann at least used to also the OEM manufacturer of filters for MB and BMW. Used to even be mande in Germany. Haven’t had an old MB or BMW in a few years, so not sure if they’re still made there.

I watched a YT vid where a Mann oil filter was cut open & taken apart & it was the only one with a different kind of by-pass valve. Forget who's channel it was.. But according to Mann's site their oil filters are designed to retain oil inside of the filter media so its more readily available on startup

 

My daughters KIA K5 comes with a MANN reuseable filter case, the filter cartridges are MANN (from KIA). I see F1 and other foreign racing cars use MANN parts and filters.
Me,, Oh I use a filter made in the USA,,Baldwin!
Not to big, not to small. Have seen Baldwin used in heavy equipment and over the road trucks. Seen a video of one and others being taken apart. Very well built!
I buy them by the case so it will be a long time before I go with a foreign filter or a larger filter!