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Old 08-05-02, 02:56 PM
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Anyone using Mobil 1 or K&N oil filters?

Stock $ 3.75
K&N $ 9.00
Mobil1 $12.00

It says it's designed for Mobil 1 synthetic. So are any of you guys running synthetic using this filter?
http://www.mobil1.com/index.jsp

I wanted the K&N gold filter (HP-1008) but it's special order or online only.
http://www.knfilters.com/oilfilter.htm

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Old 08-05-02, 03:10 PM
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I have always used the OEM filters. The valving is Mazda standards. Most name brand filters now-a-days filter in the micron range that can catch the smallest particles. The only concern is the valving.

I never take chances with the oiling system.
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mobil 1, haven't had a problem
Old 08-05-02, 03:18 PM
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Anti drain back valve

I know the K&N has it and I tthought I read the Mobil1 has it also but can't find info on their website.

http://www.knfilters.com/oilfilter.htm
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I have used the K&N for years without a problem.

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Puralator Pure 1. I read an oil filter test a while back and this one was up there with Mobil1. Its also about half the price. I use the one ment for a 2nd gen because it is a bit bigger and has more filtring capacity.
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Mazda OEM filters. between my Dad and I we have gone through dozens of them. (the same filter fits my FD, my Dad's Miata, and his Protege) absolutly no complaints and they are inexpensive.
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Its only one mazda oil filter - I know. But last fall I had a faulty seal on the filter and it blew right out. Oil everywhere... never will use Mazda again... because of that and the shat customer service.
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I only use mobil 1
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I read someplace that Mazda recently changed OEM suppliers and it's new filters are produced by PUREOLATOR.
I use Either the MAZDA OE filter ($5 from my local dealer) or the Larger Pureolator Pure-1 (early T-II part#) filter <$5 at PepBoys.
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Very ture. Mazda DOES use Pureolator. That is why I only use the OEM filter. They are manufactured to spec.
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