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Originally Posted by JBCOBRA
So, what is the best one to use? I have been using the Wix racing filter. Seems pretty good, but not really sure.
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Logically, you'd think that a racing filter would be the way to go for a high performance engine on the street. Doesn't sound like that's the way to go.
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Originally Posted by Bob In Ct
Typically racing filters have a much higher micron rating. They provide more flow at the expense of less filtering. Currently I'm using a Moroso racing filter with a micron rating of 27. The Motorcraft FL-1A is probably about 11. I thought the HP was in the 50s.
Bob
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Originally Posted by PLDRIVE
I have tested several filters before in regards to differential pressure across the filter and there is VERY little difference between filters (street engines). NO ONE should use a high micron RACE filter on a street engine.
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Best filter...sounds like the jury is still out.
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Originally Posted by madmaxx
I am 99% convinced the best filter on the market is the Royal Purple. I cut one up last night, it even has a wire mesh on the dirty side of the synthetic filter media to maintain pleat spacing on the filter element. It is built like a dump truck. |