Overpriced Oil Filters

[Meir]

You can find the same filter on pelican parts or amazon for $10.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/SuperCat/1050/POR_1050_BASFLT_pg2.htm#item9
Mahle is a good brand.
The spin on adaptor is a good investment.

[78F350]

My last oil filter buy was some of these:


Oil Filter Cover Cap 99610702055 - Genuine Porsche - 996-107-020-55 | Pelican Parts
Filter and new housing, $25. Not sure how long the housing is supposed to be good for, but if you have an original and don't want to convert to spin-on, it's a good idea to replace it periodically.
Also bought Hengst and Mann filters for ~$10 ea

[Boxstard]

Originally Posted by 78F350

My last oil filter buy was some of these:
Filter and new housing, $25. Not sure how long the housing is supposed to be good for, but if you have an original and don't want to convert to spin-on, it's a good idea to replace it periodically.
Also bought Hengst and Mann filters for ~$10 ea

Genuine filter/ housing for $20 at Sunset, seems exceptional deal when they sell just a filter for $18. I still have the original housing so will buy this next time.

I can search but what's the benefit of spin-on? With factory setup it's easy to check for debris that may be a sign of IMSB or other internal issues, no need to cut up the filter housing.

[kk2002s]

+1 on below and the fact it includes a filter. This was my first and only actual Porsche part I have bought to date. I'm thinking of framing the Porsche original equipment box it came in

Typically I use NAPA Gold around $19. I like them because the core is plastic not fiber and I can buy locally

Originally Posted by 78F350

My last oil filter buy was some of these:


Oil Filter Cover Cap 99610702055 - Genuine Porsche - 996-107-020-55 | Pelican Parts
Filter and new housing, $25. Not sure how long the housing is supposed to be good for, but if you have an original and don't want to convert to spin-on, it's a good idea to replace it periodically.
Also bought Hengst and Mann filters for ~$10 ea

[thstone]

Originally Posted by Meir

You can find the same filter on pelican parts or amazon for $10.
2002 Porsche Boxster S Convertible - Filters & Belts - Page 2
Mahle is a good brand.

^^^ I use Mahle or Hengst. Same as factory. ^^^