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Old 05-22-2012, 12:39 PM   #12
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Originally Posted by Kenny Boxster View Post
Both types of filters have their advantages and disadvantages. Word is Porsche used the paper cartridge, which is of less filtration than the conventional metal, so it would be easier to see if metal particles were present. Could you imagine trying to see if the filter collected metal with the metal filter? Many people would hate the inconvenience of trying to cut the filter out.
So you are thinking that Porsche knew this new engine that they just designed was going to need a easy way to inspect for metal in the oil filter every 15,000 miles??

Look at both filters & guess which style is cheaper to make.

I like the metal oil filters because I can use a FilterMag on it.
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