Gentlemen,
No offense, but 10 - 20 microns is what a mobil 1 filter will achieve and I
would bet that the single and multi pass efficiencies are better than the K&N
due to the synthetic filtering media. I understand that the Mr. Knize was
receiving notice of several failures, but also note that every failure was on a
Ford. Not that I can explain it, but it sure seems weird that all of the
failures were from one engine manufacturer.
It seems to me from my research that the Mobil filter is as good if not better
than the K&N from a filtering standpoint. I don't think that can be argured.
The filter has a 98% single pass and a 96% multi pass efficiency rating. That
is pretty impressive considering they have not stuffed the canister with so much
filter that the flow is impeded.
I hope you find the info on the K&N that you spoke of, as I am always
interested in using the best oil and filter and cannot really find much
information regarding the K&N.
Thanks
Chris Rininger wrote:
> Rick:
>
> I wouldn't say that there is nothing special about the Mobil 1 filters. Yes
> they are made by Champion (not the plug maker), but champion makes a good
> quality filter. The mobil 1 filters casing is ungodly strong and it has all
> parts of an excellent filter. i.e.. nitrile seals on the antidrain, etc. It
> contains a synthetic media that is strong and filters quite well without
> impeding flow. Check out the mini-mopar study done by Russ Knize.
> http://www.minimopar.net/oilfilterstudy.html#mobil1
>
> I myself use Mobil 1 filters and have not had a single problem with them,
> but if there are issues, I just might make the change.
>
> Can you enlighten me as to why the K&N is superior in every way? I have not
> been able to obtain any independent information regarding this claim.
>
> Thanks
>
> Rick Barnes wrote:
>
> > Ron, MobilOne filters are simply Champion filters...nothing special
> > about them. I had an anti drainback valve fail in one of those once and
> > I called Mobil One to complain. They told me they do not even make the
> > filter. I now only use K&N, a superior filter in everyway.
> > Rascal
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net] On Behalf Of scsilverdak
> > Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 4:35 PM
> > To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> > Subject: DML: Re: Oil Pressure Problems
> >
> > I've heard that switching from conventional oil to synthetic oil after a
> > certain amount of mileage can cause problems with oil consumption and
> > oil
> > pressure levels, I run MOBIL-1 10w30 year round with no problems and my
> > oil
> > pressure is always good, it'll vary from the mid point on the gauge to
> > just
> > shy of the mark towards the high side depending on RPM. I switched to it
> > after the initial break-in period at approximately 3,000-3,500 miles and
> > have had no problems at all. How many miles were on the engine when
> > you
> > changed to synthetic?
> >
> > On a side note what oil filter are you using? I've run into some brands
> > that
> > effect oil pressure due to design problems. All I use are the MOBIL-1
> > filters, they have higher burst pressures, better media for enhanced
> > filtration. They'll handle upwards of 500 psi without failure
> > and if you hold one compared to other brands there is a
> > weight difference over say a FRAM, BOSCH,STP, or
> > MOPAR replacement filters. I split one open once after
> > using it and it traps a heck of a lot more dirt, and debris
> > than any filter I've used.
> >
> > just my .02 cents worth!
> >
> > Ron-
> > 2001 Dakota Sport 3.9 supercharged br silver
> > e-mail: scsilverdak@hotmail.com
> > website: www.scsilverdak.com
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "''Granpa'' Silver89" <SilverEightynine@aol.com>
> > To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
> > Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 3:46 PM
> > Subject: DML: Oil Pressure Problems
> >
> > >
> > > I changed the oil in the 4x4 over from conventioanl oil to Mobil 1
> > > 10-w30 synthetic. This is the first summer I have had the 4x4 and
> > have
> > > never driven it in heat before. My problem is the oil pressure
> > > lately has been just in the normal range. Lower than I think it should
> > > be. I checked and I was low on oil for some reason. I added a two
> > > quarts of oil to it which brought it up one quart over teh full line.
> > > (grumble) I'm wondering if I am using the wrong type of oil. is
> > 10-w30
> > > too thin for summer driving? Its almost time for me to change the oil
> > > again, so I want to get it right.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > "Granpa" Silver 89
> > > SilverEightynine@earthlink.net
> > >
> > >
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